Woods Services·Elizabeth, New Jersey
The Licensed Wellness Clinician ensures clinical interventions are effective, trauma-informed, stage-based, and tied directly to individual goals and discharge plans in collaboration with leadership. They provide assessment and direct clinical services to enrolled individuals experiencing a mental health crisis or worsening of a pre-existing condition.
Join our team and be a part of something extraordinary as part of Bridgeway’s Crisis Intervention Services (BCIS) program. Bridgeway Crisis Intervention Services (BCIS) Bridgeway Crisis Intervention Services (BCIS) is an Urgent Care Center providing crisis intervention and support to Union County residents age 18 and older who are experiencing a mental health crisis or a worsening of a pre-existing mental health disorder. The goal is to help people in crisis gain control of their symptoms and remain in the community as an alternative to going to the emergency room.
Medical, Dental, Vision, 403b, basic life and AD&D, flexible spending accounts, EAP Eligible for medical benefits after 30 days of employment Flexible work schedules, clinical training series, leadership development program 10 paid holidays (an 11thafter 2 years of employment), generous vacation and sick time Salary: $65000 to $77000 / annually - depending upon licensure / education / experience Hours: 40 hours a week, with 2 nights shifts (12 pm – 8 pm) Job Summary As a Licensed Wellness Clinician, you will join an evidence-based program and a dynamic team for the opportunity to learn and refine you clinical and engagement skills and accomplish your dream of helping people to make progress on their unique recovery journeys. The work is sometimes challenging and always rewarding by engaging with persons we serve and co-workers as we all learn, grow, and thrive.
In collaboration with the CIS Director and the Senior Wellness Clinician, the Licensd Wellness Clinician ensures that clinical interventions are effective, trauma informed, stage-based and tied directly to the goal and discharge plans of the individual receiving services. As part of a multidisciplinary, core services team, assessment and direct clinical services to people who are experiencing a mental health crisis or a worsening of a pre-existing mental health disorder or a co-occurring disorder who are enrolled in the CIS Program.
Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, or a related field LCSW, LPC, or LMFT, LAC or LSW required, CADC preferred 3 years of paid progressive work experience with people who have mental health issues, preferably in an Outpatient or Community Mental Health Setting Valid driver’s license required and no more than one moving violation in the past 12 months Bilingual Spanish preferred About Bridgeway Behavioral Health Services Bridgeway Behavioral Health Services facilitates, promotes, and fosters recovery from mental illness and co-occurring problems. We inspire and support individuals to become productive citizens who are fully engaged in their communities by creating opportunities for wellness, independent living, learning, working and social inclusion.
Candidates must possess a Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, or a related field, along with required licensure such as LCSW, LPC, LMFT, LAC, or LSW, with CADC preferred. A minimum of three years of paid progressive work experience with individuals with mental health issues is required, along with a valid driver's license.
Market context
Behavioral health positions in New Jersey often draw steady demand from providers serving children, families, and community-based programs. These roles can be competitive because employers commonly look for a master’s degree, a valid clinical license, bilingual communication skills, and child welfare experience. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, and tailor your application to highlight licensure, language ability, and direct child welfare exposure.