Mental Health Therapist
Master's
$56,000 - $59,000 USD yearly
Benefits:
- Employee discounts
- Paid time off
Benefits/Perks
- Annual salary of $56,000.00–$59,000.00
- Retention bonus opportunities
- Paid time off
- Flexible scheduling
- Career advancement opportunities
- 60% reimbursement toward clinical supervision costs for provisional license holders
- Employee discounts
Grow toward independent licensure. True Care offers provisionally licensed clinicians an opportunity to build clinical confidence, gain meaningful outpatient experience, and work toward the supervised hours required for independent licensure, subject to applicable licensing board requirements.
About the Role
About the Role
As a Mental Health Therapist, you will provide individualized outpatient care to clients navigating emotional, behavioral, and relationship challenges. You will assess client needs, develop treatment plans, strengthen coping and communication skills, and support clients through difficult life experiences.
We welcome clinicians who bring empathy, sound clinical judgment, and a commitment to helping clients achieve meaningful goals.
Job Summary
Build a meaningful career helping individuals and families achieve greater stability, connection, and well-being. True Care Mental Health Clinic is seeking a compassionate, motivated Mental Health Therapist who values quality care, professional growth, and making a difference in the community.
This is a salaried position, not fee for service. You will receive a consistent salary rather than payment per completed session, with retention bonus opportunities that recognize your continued commitment to our team.
Responsibilities
- Complete comprehensive intake assessments and identify clinical needs.
- Provide individual, couples, and family therapy, including services for children.
- Develop individualized treatment plans in collaboration with clients.
- Use evidence-based approaches in individual and group treatment.
- Help clients strengthen coping skills, improve communication, and build healthier relationships.
- Monitor client progress, assess well-being, and adjust treatment as needed.
- Provide crisis support and coordinate additional care when appropriate.
- Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation.
- Follow agency policies, ethical guidelines, and applicable licensing standards.
Qualifications
- Master’s degree in social work, counseling, marriage and family therapy, or a related field.
- Current, unrestricted New Jersey LSW, LAC, or applicable marriage and family therapy license.
- Previous experience providing mental health therapy preferred.
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) and CPR certifications.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Excellent organizational and documentation skills.
- A compassionate, collaborative approach to client care.
About the Role
As a Mental Health Therapist, you will provide individualized outpatient care to clients navigating emotional, behavioral, and relationship challenges. You will assess client needs, develop treatment plans, strengthen coping and communication skills, and support clients through difficult life experiences.
We welcome clinicians who bring empathy, sound clinical judgment, and a commitment to helping clients achieve meaningful goals.
About True Care
True Care is an outpatient mental health agency serving communities in Paterson, Jersey City, Toms River, Elizabeth, Newark, and Perth Amboy in New Jersey. We provide individual and family counseling with a commitment to making quality mental health care accessible. Our mission is to help individuals manage emotional and behavioral health concerns, maintain stability, and work toward their personal goals. We combine evidence-based treatment with patience, empathy, and respect for each client’s unique experiences.
Join True Care to make a difference in your community while taking the next step in your clinical career.
Flexible work from home options available.