Per Diem Mental Health Clinician – Outpatient ProgramMake a Difference. Build Hope. Empower Recovery.
Are you a compassionate mental health professional looking for an opportunity to make a meaningful impact while enjoying the flexibility of a part-time, per diem position?
Helping Hand Behavioral Health is seeking a dedicated LPC, LCSW, LAC, or LSW to join our Mental Health Outpatient Program in Clayton, NJ.
At Helping Hand, we believe recovery begins with feeling heard, respected, and supported. We provide integrated, community-based behavioral health services to adults experiencing mental health, substance use, and co-occurring disorders. Our team is committed to helping every client achieve whole-person wellness, greater independence, and an improved quality of life.
Why Join Helping Hand?
You’ll become part of a collaborative team that truly values the work you do. We foster a warm, therapeutic, and respectful environment where client safety, dignity, and individual needs come first.
This is an opportunity to use your clinical skills while helping individuals develop the tools and confidence they need to move forward in recovery.
What You’ll Do
As a Mental Health Clinician, you will:
· Provide compassionate counseling services to outpatient clients.
· Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to develop and implement individualized recovery plans.
· Monitor service delivery and client progress.
· Connect clients with community resources and serve as a liaison with community agencies.
· Support clients in achieving their personal recovery and wellness goals.
· Maintain appropriate clinical documentation and professional standards.
· Promote a recovery-oriented, client-centered approach in all aspects of care.
What We’re Looking For
Required:
· Master’s degree in a relevant field.
· Current New Jersey licensure as an LPC, LCSW, LAC, or LSW, as required by New Jersey statute.
Preferred:
· 2+ years of mental health experience.
· Experience working with adults with mental health, substance use, or co-occurring disorders.
· Strong communication, collaboration, and clinical skills.
· A genuine passion for helping people achieve recovery and a better quality of life.
What We Offer
· Flexible part-time/per diem opportunity
· Competitive compensation based on education and experience
· Benefits package
· Positive, supportive work environment
· Collaborative team of experienced behavioral health professionals
· Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of the individuals we serve
· A workplace that values diversity, respect, compassion, and professional growth
Bring Your Expertise. Make an Impact.
If you’re looking for a rewarding opportunity where your clinical expertise can help change lives, Helping Hand Behavioral Health would love to hear from you.
Join a team committed to wellness, recovery, dignity, and hope.
Helping Hand Behavioral Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $40.00 - $50.00 per hour
Benefits:
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location: In person
