Licensed Mental Health Counselor
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Job Description
Benefits
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
- Full-Time Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Real House Behavioral Health Services is seeking a compassionate, experienced, and motivated Licensed Mental Health Counselor to join our team in a full-time, in-person role. This position provides counseling, case management, and clinical support services to individuals participating in behavioral health and recovery programs throughout New Jersey.
The ideal candidate is passionate about helping individuals facing mental health and substance use challenges and thrives in a collaborative, client-centered environment.
Position Type: Full-Time
- In-Person Position
- Monday – Friday Schedule
- Some evenings or flexibility may be required based on program needs
Responsibilities
- Provide individual and group counseling services to clients
- Conduct assessments, evaluations, and treatment planning
- Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant clinical documentation
- Monitor client progress and coordinate appropriate interventions
- Collaborate with clinical staff, case managers, and program leadership
- Participate in treatment team meetings and discharge planning
- Provide crisis intervention and support when necessary
- Maintain confidentiality and comply with HIPAA, licensing standards, and Company policies
- Participate in required trainings and professional development activities
Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or related field required
- Active New Jersey license required (LAC, LPC, LSW, LCSW, or LCADC preferred)
- Minimum of one (1) year experience in mental health, behavioral health, or substance abuse treatment preferred
- Strong clinical assessment and documentation skills
- Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team
- Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
Requirements
- Successful completion of criminal background check
- Drug and alcohol screening
- Proof of eligibility to work in the United States
- Valid driver’s license preferred
- Ability to comply with all Company policies, procedures, and training requirements
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Paid time off and holidays
- Health, dental, and vision benefits
- Supportive clinical leadership
- Professional development and training opportunities
Meaningful Work in a Mission-driven Organization
Real House Behavioral Health Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Qualifications
- Education
- Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
Key Skills
Counselor Career Context
The cost-of-living index for New Jersey is 108.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 63.8% of New Jersey clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Of the 50 active Mental Health Counseling listings this role was benchmarked against, 32% are remote, 26% have no call, 58% require no weekends.
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Licensed Mental Health Counselor at Real House a 7.2 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the Above average in Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) — ranked against 209 active Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements.
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