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JobsCounselor JobsHealthcare Jobs in New JerseyYOUTH DEVELOPMENT COUNSELOR - LSW/LAC needed

Pays $48,727.95 — $24k below the Counselor market median of ~$73k (7 jobs)

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Preferred Behavioral Health of New Jersey
Brick Township, New Jersey

YOUTH DEVELOPMENT COUNSELOR - LSW/LAC needed

CounselorFull-Time
Posted 1h ago · Verified live

About the Role

Full-time school-based counselor in Brick Township, NJ. Provides individual, group, and family counseling. Salary $48,727.95.

Join Preferred Behavioral Health of New Jersey as a Youth Development Counselor – LSW/LAC in Brick Township, New Jersey. If you are looking to make an impact by helping others, then Preferred Behavioral Health Group is the place for you! By joining our award-winning team, you will become part of the premier behavioral health organization in New Jersey.

Benefits & Compensation

  • Salary: $48,727.95
  • Medical Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • 403(b) Retirement Plan
  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid Holidays
  • Disability Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Vision Insurance

Work Schedule

  • Full-Time position.
  • On-site position.

Apply to join Preferred Behavioral Health of New Jersey as a Youth Development Counselor – LSW/LAC.

Key Responsibilities

The Youth Development Counselor will conduct individual, group, and family counseling sessions using evidence-based modalities. They will also develop student-driven treatment plans and consult with school staff regarding student mental health needs.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Master's degree in a mental health-related field and possess an LSW or LAC license. A valid driver's license is also required for this position.

Qualifications

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

Key Skills

Individual CounselingGroup CounselingFamily CounselingTreatment PlanningCrisis InterventionClinical DocumentationMental Health AwarenessAdvocacyConsultationService CoordinationEvidence-based ProgrammingCommunicationEmpathyCompassion

Position Insights

AI ANALYSIS

This role scores 3.0/10 on work-life balance for Counselor roles.

Career trajectory: This position offers advancement within 2-3 years. The compensation analysis shows this employer pays...

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About Preferred Behavioral Health of New Jersey

Mental Health Care
Brick, NJ
201-500 employees
Website

Benefits & Perks

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
403(b) Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off
Paid Holidays
Disability Insurance
Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Program

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