Licensed Clinician (LCSW or LPC)
Listed compensation
Salary Range: $75000.00
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- Full-Time
- Call expectations
- Includes call
- Weekends
- Not specified
Job Description
Job Details: Job Location: LEGAL ADDRESS - RARITAN, NJ, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: $75000.00 - $75000.00Salary, Job Shift: Day Shift, Alternatives, Inc. in Raritan, NJ is seeking a passionate and experienced Licensed Clinician (LCSW or LPC) to provide clinical support for our mental health programs and services.
This is an opportunity to make a lasting difference in the lives of the individuals and families we serve while helping shape the future of mental health services at a mission-driven organization.
As the Licensed Clinician (LCSW or LPC), you’ll have the opportunity to be part of a dedicated team and ensure the people we support receive services that promote wellness, stability, independence, and quality of life.
If you are a clinician who combines clinical expertise with a strong commitment to person-centered care, we want to hear from you!
The Licensed Clinician (LCSW or LPC) is responsible for the following: completion of CSS required assessments, plans & documents with CSS clients provision of clinical services acts as a resources & team member to Case Managers on CSS team adheres to all Medicaid requirements as well as state licensing standards represents Alternatives on various external committees at local, county & state levels participates on a rotation to cover 24/7 COS on-call ABOUT ALTERNATIVES, INC.
For over 40 years, Alternatives, Inc. has been dedicated to providing the best in support services to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities as well as those with mental illnesses. Our services include residential, behavior support, support coordination, and recreation.
We strive to enable our clients to reach their highest level of independence and integration into the community using our person-centered philosophy.
We have seen great growth in the past few years, which has stretched our coverage area to include Warren, Hunterdon, Morris, Union, Middlesex, Monmouth, and Ocean Counties. This expansion would not be possible without our dedicated staff members.
That is why we offer competitive compensation and generous benefits and perks. TRAINING All employees are required to complete training upon hire and on an ongoing basis. Trainings are a combination of in person, which require staff to commute to the main office in Raritan NJ, and remote, using MS Teams. All trainings are paid.
BENEFITS Full-Time & Part-Time Employees are entitled to the following Benefits: Paid Trainings Mileage Reimbursement Direct Deposit Holiday Pay 401K Plan Federal Credit Union Discounted Auto Insurance Advancement Opportunities Worker’s
Compensation
Employee Assistance Program Voluntary Vision Plan AFLAC Pre-Paid Legal Services Pet Insurance Full-Time Employees are entitled to the following additional Benefits: Medical Insurance Dental Insurance Life Insurance Short and Long Term Disability Flexible Spending Account Participation Tuition Reimbursement Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) Paid Benefit Time (120 hours) Paid Sick Time (40 hours) Paid Bereavement Leave Paid Jury Duty Leave ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM?
If you feel that you are right for this Licensed Clinician (LCSW or LPC) position, apply now with our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application! Alternatives, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS Masters Degree plus current NJ professional license in good standing (LCSW or LPC). Valid driver's license with a good driving record Ability to pass criminal/registry background checks and a drug screen Clear tuberculosis (TB) screening Ability to pass and maintain required trainings such as CPR/first aid, medication administration, and positive behavioral support training Basic computer skills
Key Responsibilities
The Licensed Clinician provides clinical support, completes required assessments and documentation, and acts as a resource for the CSS team. They also represent the organization on external committees and participate in a 24/7 on-call rotation.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Master's degree and a current NJ professional license (LCSW or LPC). Additionally, a valid driver's license, the ability to pass background checks, and completion of required health and safety trainings are mandatory.
Qualifications
- Education
- Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Licensed Clinician (LCSW or LPC) at Alternatives a 6.1 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Social Work — ranked against 6,097 active Social Work listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no night shifts.
Social Worker Career Context
Of the 50 active Social Work listings this role was benchmarked against, 38% are remote, 34% have no call, 78% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for New Jersey is 108.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$75k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $69k in an average-cost state. 63.8% of New Jersey clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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