Pays $47.37-$50/hr — Social Worker market median is ~$104k (5 jobs)
Licensed Social Worker (MHP) or Counselor
About the Role
Correctional mental health counselor, day shift. $47-$50/hr. Juvenile and adult populations. North Brunswick, NJ.
Join NaphCare, Inc. as a Licensed Social Worker / Counselor – Correctional, Day Shift in North Brunswick, New Jersey, United States.
Benefits & Compensation
- Pay rate: $47.37 - $50.00/hr.
- Health, Dental & Vision Insurance (Day One)
- Prescriptions Free Through Health Plan
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- 401K and Roth with Company Contribution (Day One)
- Tuition Assistance
- Referral Bonuses
- Term Life Insurance at No Cost
- Generous Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
- Free Continuing Education and CMEs
Work Schedule
- Full-Time position.
- On-site position.
- Day shift only - no nights.
This position offers day shifts only. Work with NaphCare, Inc. in North Brunswick, New Jersey, United States.
Key Responsibilities
The Licensed Social Worker is responsible for assessing, diagnosing, and treating patients with mental illnesses, substance use disorders, and behavioral issues within a correctional facility. They collaborate with medical and security staff to develop treatment plans, conduct therapy sessions, and ensure compliance with healthcare standards.
Requirements
Candidates must hold an active, unrestricted clinical license in New Jersey and possess a Master's degree in a relevant field. A minimum of 3 years of clinical experience in a mental health or acute care setting is required, with preference given to those with correctional healthcare experience.
Qualifications
- Education
- Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
Social Worker Career Context
Of the 50 active Social Work listings this role was benchmarked against, 76% are remote, 14% have no call, 54% require no weekends.
Social Work pay on WeekdayDoc is up 1.8% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).
The cost-of-living index for New Jersey is 108.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$101k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $93k in an average-cost state. 63.8% of New Jersey clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Position Insights
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