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Phoenix Behavioral Health
Ewing, New Jersey

Behavioral Health Group Facilitator / Case Manager

Case Management / Care CoordinationFull-Time

Listed compensation

$50K

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Posted 7mo ago

Job Description

  • Job Title: Behavioral Health Case Manager / Group Facilitator
  • Location: Ewing, NJ
  • Schedule: Full Time

Position Summary

The Behavioral Health Case Manager / Group Facilitator is responsible for providing direct client support through group facilitation, care coordination, and case management services in an outpatient behavioral health setting. This role works collaboratively with the clinical and operations teams to support client engagement, treatment adherence, and continuity of care while maintaining timely and accurate documentation.

Key Responsibilities

  • Group Facilitation
  • Facilitate therapeutic groups in accordance with program schedules and treatment models
  • Deliver structured, goal-oriented groups focused on mental health stabilization, coping skills, psychoeducation, and recovery
  • Maintain a safe, engaging, and supportive group environment
  • Manage group dynamics and address behavioral issues appropriately
  • Complete group notes and attendance documentation accurately and on time
  • Case Management
  • Serve as a primary point of contact for assigned clients
  • Coordinate care with therapists, psychiatrists, and external providers
  • Assist clients with accessing community resources (housing, employment, benefits, medical care, etc.)
  • Support discharge planning and aftercare coordination
  • Conduct client check-ins to monitor progress, attendance, and barriers to treatment
  • Client Support & Engagement
  • Promote consistent attendance and participation in treatment services
  • Communicate with clients and families (when appropriate) regarding treatment expectations and resources
  • Identify and escalate client safety concerns to the clinical team promptly
  • Support intake and orientation processes as needed
  • Documentation & Compliance
  • Complete all required documentation in a timely and accurate manner in the electronic health record
  • Adhere to all regulatory, accreditation, and agency policies and procedures
  • Maintain client confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA and agency standards
  • Participate in audits, chart reviews, and quality improvement initiatives as assigned
  • Team Collaboration
  • Participate in treatment team meetings and supervision
  • Communicate effectively with clinical, admissions, and operations staff
  • Assist with coverage for groups or client support as needed

Qualifications

  • Required:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or a related field or Minimum of 5 year experience in behavioral health, mental health, or substance use treatment
  • Experience facilitating groups preferred
  • Strong organizational, communication, and documentation skills
  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-based environment

Preferred

Master’s Degree in a Behavioral Health-related Field

  • Licensure or licensure-eligible (LAC, LSW, LPC, LCSW, LMFT, etc.)
  • Experience in outpatient or partial care programs
  • Familiarity with electronic health records

Location: Ewing, New Jersey

Employment Type: Full-Time

Minimum Experience

Mid-level

Compensation

50,000

Qualifications

Education
Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
5+ years of experience

Key Skills

HIPAA ComplianceOrganizational SkillsCommunication Skills

Case Management & Care Coordination Career Context

The cost-of-living index for New Jersey is 108.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$50k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $46k in an average-cost state. 63.8% of New Jersey clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Case Management & Care Coordination pay on WeekdayDoc is down 5.9% vs. the prior quarter (through Oct 2026).

What does the Case Management & Care Coordination market look like in New Jersey?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score6.6 / 10 · top 10% in case management & care coordination (healthcare admin)ranked against 526 Case Management & Care Coordination (Healthcare Admin) listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed pay$50kCase Management & Care Coordination median $78k (middle half $65k–$120k)31 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$46k in purchasing powerNew Jersey index 108.8 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Case Management & Care Coordination listings in New Jersey7 active526 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 20% remote · 23% no call · 68% no weekends40 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedUS healthcare professional listings (all specialties): 6% state a sign-on bonus (median $3k) · 5% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026
New Case Management & Care Coordination listings174 in the last 30 days96 the 30 days before (+81%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Case Management & Care Coordination pay trend−5.9% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (526 Case Management & Care Coordination (Healthcare Admin) listings), BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Behavioral Health Group Facilitator / Case Manager at Phoenix Behavioral Health a 6.6 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 10% in Case Management & Care Coordination (Healthcare Admin) — ranked against 526 active Case Management & Care Coordination (Healthcare Admin) listings on WeekdayDoc.

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22 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

22 jobs · 20 employers
6
<$70k
6
$70k-85k
5
$85k-100k
5
$100k-115k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

14 jobs
401k / retirement match
93%
PSLF eligible
14%
Sign-on bonus
7%
Loan repayment
7%
CME allowance
7%

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Work-life snapshot

median 3.0this job 6.6
Among the best 10% of Case Management & Care Coordination (Healthcare Admin) listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 526 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in Ewing

Typical market rent
$2,293/mo≈ 55% of gross pay
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
103.2
State income tax
Up to 10.8%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow market rents (Sep 2026).

BEA 2024 · Trenton-Princeton, NJ metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.