Grace Community Care and Homes Inc.
Location
Newark, New Jersey
Salary
$50 - $65 / HOUR
The Licensed Outpatient Therapist will conduct comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments, develop individualized treatment plans, and deliver evidence-based therapies such as CBT and trauma-informed care to adults and families. Responsibilities also include maintaining accurate documentation compliant with NJ Medicaid standards and providing crisis intervention when necessary.
Candidates must possess a Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, or a related clinical field, along with an active New Jersey license (LCSW, LPC, LAC, or LSW) and an active Type 1 NPI number. Willingness to enroll in NJ Medicaid and complete a CAQH profile is also required.
$50.00 - $60.00 per session hour
About Grace Community Care Grace Community Care is expanding its outpatient behavioral health services under NJ FamilyCare and Horizon NJ Health. Our mission is to provide compassionate, trauma-informed, and community-centered mental health care to individuals and families across New Jersey. As we integrate behavioral health services into our existing community support model, we are seeking licensed clinicians who are passionate about serving diverse and underserved populations. This is an opportunity to join a growing, mission-driven organization focused on whole-person care, collaboration, and long-term client recovery. Position Overview The Licensed Outpatient Therapist will provide comprehensive behavioral health services to adults and families in outpatient and community-based settings. Clinicians will conduct assessments, develop treatment plans, deliver evidence-based therapy, and maintain accurate documentation in compliance with NJ Medicaid and managed care standards. This is a fee-for-service (per-session) W2 position. Compensation Structure This role is compensated per completed clinical session. Compensation Range: $60–$65 per completed 45–60 minute session (based on license and experience) Full-time clinicians maintain a caseload of 28 weekly client sessions and work a combination of shifts, including four weekday shifts (10:30am–6:30pm or 11:30am–7:30pm) and one daytime shift (9:30am–5:30pm). Typical annual earning potential: Part-Time (15–18 sessions/week): Approx. $50,000–$65,000 annually Full-Time (25–28 sessions/week): Approx. $80,000–$100,000+ annually Caseload builds gradually over 3–6 months depending on availability and scheduling. No-shows are not compensated. Core Responsibilities Clinical Services Conduct comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments Develop individualized, measurable treatment plans Provide individual, family, and/or group therapy Deliver evidence-based interventions including: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Trauma-informed therapy Motivational Interviewing Psychodynamic therapy Behavioral interventions Provide crisis intervention and safety planning as needed Documentation & Compliance Maintain timely and accurate progress notes Complete assessments and treatment plans per Medicaid guidelines Utilize appropriate CPT and ICD-10 coding Maintain compliance with HIPAA and NJ Medicaid standards Use Electronic Medical Records (EMR) systems for documentation Care Coordination Collaborate with multidisciplinary care teams Participate in case consultations as needed Coordinate services with housing support and community providers Support continuity of care across service settings
Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, or related clinical field Active New Jersey license: LCSW LPC LAC LSW Active Type 1 NPI number (required) NJ Medicaid enrollment (or willingness to enroll) CAQH profile (or willingness to complete) Professional liability insurance (required for 1099 contractors) Strong understanding of HIPAA and clinical documentation standards
Experience working with Medicaid or underserved populations Experience with serious and persistent mental illness (SPMI) Trauma treatment experience Experience in community-based or outpatient settings Specialized certifications (EMDR, CBT, IFS, etc.) Bilingual clinicians encouraged to apply Caseload Expectations Part-Time: 15–18 sessions per week Full-Time: 25–28 sessions per week Flexible weekday scheduling (evening availability preferred) Hybrid telehealth + limited in-office services Clinicians should expect gradual caseload growth during the first 3–6 months. Ideal Candidate You are: Compassionate and clinically grounded Comfortable working with diverse populations Organized and timely with documentation Open to collaboration and growth Motivated to build a sustainable clinical caseload Newly licensed clinicians with strong experience are encouraged to apply. Work Environment Hybrid model (telehealth + in-person) Outpatient behavioral health setting Community-centered, collaborative care approach Supportive leadership during growth phase Why Join Grace Community Care? We are building an integrated behavioral health model that connects mental health services with housing and community stabilization supports. Our goal is to create meaningful, long-term impact through ethical, client-centered care. This is an opportunity to grow with an expanding organization while maintaining flexibility and clinical autonomy. If you are ready to contribute your clinical expertise within a mission-driven organization, we encourage you to apply. Job Types: Full-time,
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