Mercer Behavioral Health·Trenton, New Jersey
The role involves providing outpatient mental health services and therapeutic interventions for adults with severe mental illness. Responsibilities include developing treatment plans, leading therapeutic groups, and coordinating care with community agencies and healthcare providers.
Job Summary We are seeking a Mental Health case worker to join our team! In this role, you will provide outpatient mental health services that demonstrate cultural sensitivity and meet the needs of designated MBH consumers. Evaluates consumer needs and delivers therapeutic interventions incorporating evidence based individual and group programming as appropriate for mental health issues.
Use evidence-based treatment methods to facilitate group and individual treatments Maintain detailed and accurate documentation of patient information and treatment plan Adhere to all MBH and licensing standards Develops and or implements treatment plans for adults (ages 18-75) with persistent and severe mental illness Participates and leads therapeutic groups and activities and functions as an active member of the team. Assumes overall case management responsibilities for assigned consumers including coordination and liaison with other community agencies, healthcare systems and providers. Maintains appropriate patient records according to the time frames and quality guidelines established by MBH and applicable accrediting organizations standards.
Bachelor’s degree in counseling, social work, or similar field Previous experience as a mental health therapist preferred Basic Life Support (BLS) and CPR certified Excellent communication and interpersonal skill This Job Is Ideal for Someone Who Is:
Pursuing continued education. Practicum/Internship and Supervision available to students. Dependable, more reliable than spontaneous People-oriented, enjoys interacting with people and working on group projects Detail-oriented, would rather focus on the details of work than the bigger picture Achievement-oriented, enjoys taking on challenges, even if they might fail Innovative, prefers working in unconventional ways or on tasks that require creativity High stress tolerance, thrives in a high-pressure environment. Driven, motivated and dedicated to professional growth.
A Bachelor's degree in counseling, social work, or a related field is required, with previous experience as a mental health therapist preferred. Candidates must be BLS and CPR certified and possess strong interpersonal skills.
Market context
Mental health case manager roles in New Jersey are often tied to community behavioral health, outpatient care, and support services, where employers look for candidates who can coordinate care and document client progress. This role is competitive because it accepts multiple education and credential paths, including human services experience, CPRP, CADC, Social Work, or Nursing backgrounds. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then compare your experience with the listed credential options before applying.
