Behavioral Health Counselor (LCSW)

Location

NEW JERSEY | Trenton

FlexibiliTY

On Site / Unspecified

Position type

Healthcare Direct Placement

Job Description

Behavioral Health Counselor – Trenton, NJ (Onsite) – Full Time, Mon–Fri, 08:00 AM–05:00 PM – $60,000–$80,000 Per Year

Title: Behavioral Health Counselor (LCSW)

Location: Trenton, NJ (Onsite)
Position Type: Full Time, Mon–Fri, 08:00 AM–05:00 PM

Compensation
Pay Range:$60,000–$80,000 Per Year

Description
This full-time Behavioral Health Counselor position requires an LCSW and is based onsite in Trenton, NJ.
The role involves working within an integrated behavioral health program, providing real-time counseling in a primary care setting.
Proficiency in electronic health record systems and strong communication skills are essential.

Requirements
Master's in Social Work (MSW) or PhD in Clinical Psychology
Active New Jersey LCSW strongly preferred
Experience with harm reduction and motivational interviewing preferred
Comfortable with the pace of primary care and brief patient contacts
Working knowledge of behavioral medicine and evidence-based treatments
Strong communication skills
Bilingual in Spanish or Creole a plus

Qualifications
Experience in integrated care or community mental health
Comfortable with electronic health record systems
Ability to make quick, accurate clinical assessments
Knowledge of psychopharmacology
Experience in crisis intervention
Ability to work in an interdisciplinary team
Physical ability to perform light lifting, bending, and kneeling

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Benefits:
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Onboarding Expectations:
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Please Email:laurence.johnson@hcmmi.com

2026-09-16 09:27:00.0

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