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Clinical Therapist - Youth & Family Services (LSW/LAC/LPC/LCSW/LMFT)

Project99, LLC
place Newark, 07112
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Counseling Marriage and Family Therapy Social Work Other Behavioral, Mental, or Healthcare Field
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Internship Supervision
local_atm $75,000 - $110,000 a year
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Medical/Vision/Dental Insurance PTO
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Make a Real Impact in the Lives of Children and Families

Project99 is seeking passionate mental health professionals to join our dynamic, community-based youth and family services team across New Jersey.

COMPREHENSIVE COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

  • Salary: $75,000–$110,000 annually (based on licensure level and experience)

- Associate level (LSW/LAC): $75,000–$95,000

- Fully licensed (LCSW/LPC/LMFT): $90,000–$110,000

  • FREE clinical supervision toward LCSW/LPC licensure (valued at $5,000–$10,000 annually)
  • Performance incentives
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) with employer matching
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Mileage reimbursement for community-based work
  • Professional liability insurance covered

SUSTAINABLE WORK-LIFE BALANCE

  • Manageable caseload: 24-28 billable hours per week (not 40!)
  • Flexible scheduling to accommodate work-life balance
  • Administrative time built into your schedule
  • Collaborative team environment with peer support

PROFESSIONAL GROWTH

  • Structured mentorship from experienced clinicians
  • Continuing education support and training opportunities
  • Clear pathway from associate to fully licensed professional
  • No hidden fees—supervision and licensure support fully covered

YOUR DAY-TO-DAY IMPACT

  • Conduct comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments and treatment planning
  • Deliver evidence-based individual, family, and group therapy
  • Apply trauma-informed, strength-based interventions
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams (schools, DCF, healthcare providers)
  • Maintain thorough clinical documentation and treatment notes
  • Advocate for clients and connect families with community resources
  • Participate in clinical supervision and team consultation
  • Provide in-home therapy and evaluations to children, adolescents, and families

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required:

  • Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, MFT, Psychology, or related behavioral health field
  • Current NJ licensure as LSW, LAC, LPC, LMFT, or LCSW (or eligibility within 6 months of graduation)
  • Valid driver's license and reliable transportation (for community-based work)
  • Ability to pass background checks (required for working with children)
  • Strong communication, documentation, and organizational skills

Preferred:

  • Experience with children, adolescents, and families
  • Training in trauma-informed care, CBT, DBT, or family systems therapy
  • Bilingual skills (Spanish is a plus!)
  • Knowledge of NJ child welfare and mental health systems
  • Cultural humility and commitment to equity

New graduates encouraged to apply! We provide comprehensive clinical supervision toward full licensure.

ABOUT PROJECT99:

Project99 is a mission-driven organization dedicated to providing accessible, high-quality mental health services to children, youth, and families throughout New Jersey. We believe in meeting families where they are—literally and figuratively—through our community-based service model.

Our Values:

  • Social Justice: We advocate for systemic change and equitable access
  • Cultural Responsiveness: We honor diverse backgrounds and experiences
  • Collaboration: We believe in the power of teamwork and community
  • Professional Excellence: We invest in our clinicians' growth and development
  • Hope & Resilience: We help families build on their strengths

OFFICE LOCATION: Our administrative office is located in Springfield, NJ.

SERVICE AREA: This is a community-based position serving families throughout New Jersey. Clinicians provide in-home services across multiple counties. You will be assigned to a service area based on your location and preference.

COUNTIES WE SERVE:

  • Union County (Union, Elizabeth, Plainfield, Springfield)
  • Essex County (Newark, Montclair, South Orange)
  • Camden County (Camden, Cherry Hill)
  • Hudson County (Jersey City, Bayonne)
  • Middlesex County (New Brunswick, Edison)
  • Monmouth County (Red Bank, Asbury Park, Ocean Township)
  • Passaic County (Passaic, Wayne)
  • Ocean County (Toms River)
  • Sussex County (Vernon)

Ready to join us? Apply today!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $75,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible schedule
  • Health insurance
  • Mileage reimbursement
  • Paid time off
  • Professional development assistance
  • Vision insurance

Education:

  • Master's (Preferred)

Language:

  • Spanish (Required)

License/Certification:

  • LSW, LAC, LCSW, LPC, LMFT (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Professional Field

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Patient Focus

Diagnoses

Avoidant Personality Disorder

Issues

Trauma

Age Groups

Children (5-10)
Adolescents/Teenagers (14-19)

Therapeutic Approach

Methodologies

DBT
ECT
Family Systems/Family Therapy
Biopsychosocial Assessments

Modalities

Families
Groups
Individuals

Practice Specifics

Populations

Peer Support
Undergraduate/Graduate/Post Graduate
Victims of Crime/Abuse (VOC/VOA)
Aviation/Transportation
Racial Justice Allied

Settings

Intense Out-patient (IOP)
Milieu
Research Facilities/Labs/Clinical Trials
Residential Treatment Facilities (RTC)
Schools
Home Health/In-home
Forensic