Are you searching for a fulfilling place to develop your career and make an impact? Join Integrity House, New Jersey's oldest active nonprofit provider of compassionate care for individuals and families experiencing addiction and mental health conditions. Since 1968, we have remained committed to providing comprehensive, whole-person care through one unified system of care. Integrity House operates 16 licensed treatment programs across New Jersey, along with community outreach and prevention initiatives, serving more than 3,000 individuals each year.
We are excited to announce our part-time and full-time Clinician opening with our Street Outreach and Engagement Program in Newark, NJ! The Clinician provides field-based behavioral health assessment, crisis intervention, and care coordination for individuals experiencing homelessness. Working collaboratively with Outreach Specialists and community partners, the Clinician supports participants in accessing behavioral health treatment, medical care, housing, and other essential services.
Work Schedule:
Full-Time: Monday through Friday from 4pm-12am
Part-time: Wednesday, Saturday, and Sunday from 4pm-12am
Duties and Responsibilities of a Clinician:
- Conduct behavioral health assessments using evidence-based assessment tools to determine appropriate behavioral health interventions, levels of care, and referrals.
- Assess participants for behavioral health crises, including suicide risk, substance-related intoxication, withdrawal, and overdose, and determine the need for emergency psychiatric evaluation, medical intervention, withdrawal management, or other crisis services.
- Provide crisis intervention, de-escalation, motivational interviewing, and other evidence-informed interventions to support participant stabilization and engagement.
- Collaborate with Outreach Specialists to assess participant needs, determine appropriate interventions, and support service planning.
- Develop individualized service recommendations based on participant needs, strengths, and goals.
- Facilitate referrals and warm handoffs to mental health services, substance use treatment, crisis, and other clinically indicated services.
- Collaborate with Outreach Specialists, Mobile Crisis, hospitals, behavioral health providers, and other community partners to coordinate participant care and promote continuity of services.
- Advocate for participants during psychiatric evaluations, emergency department visits, hospitalizations, and discharge planning to promote continuity of care.
- Conduct clinical follow-up following crisis intervention, hospitalization, or referral to support continuity of care and ongoing connection to services.
- Participate in multidisciplinary case conferences and coordinated care planning.
- Complete timely and accurate documentation in HMIS and other required systems while maintaining compliance with HIPAA and agency policies.
- Participate in clinical supervision, staff meetings, training, and quality improvement initiatives.
- Perform other duties as assigned by management.
Required Education and Experience:
- Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, or a closely related behavioral health field from an accredited institution.
- Minimum one (1) year of experience working with individuals experiencing homelessness, substance use disorders, mental health conditions, co-occurring disorders, or related social service needs.
- Valid New Jersey driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
Required Licensing or Certifications:
- New Jersey LSW, LAC, or LCADC, required.
- CPR certification within 30 days of hire.
- Narcan certification within 30 days of hire.
Specialized Skills, Abilities and Knowledge:
- Experience conducting behavioral health assessments, crisis intervention, and care coordination in community settings.
- Knowledge of ASAM Criteria and the behavioral health continuum of care.
- Understanding of trauma-informed care, Motivational Interviewing, and low-barrier engagement strategies.
- Ability to recognize and respond appropriately to behavioral health crises.
- Strong organizational, communication, documentation, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to build trusting therapeutic relationships with individuals experiencing complex behavioral health and social needs.
- Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.
Why Work for Integrity?
We believe work is more than a place you go every day. It is about being inspired and empowered to make a meaningful difference. We foster a workplace built on collaboration, inclusion, professional growth, and compassion. Our employees are our greatest asset, and we invest in their success through competitive benefits and development opportunities.
Our Exceptional Benefits Package (full-time) Includes:
- Low-cost, comprehensive medical and prescription coverage
- Employer-paid dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, long-term disability, and Health Reimbursement Account
- Generous vacation, sick, personal, and holiday time
- 403(b) retirement plan with dollar-for-dollar employer match up to 3%
- Employee Assistance Program
- Flexible Spending Account
- Commuter Benefit Plan
- Tuition reimbursement up to $4,000 annually
- Employee recognition programs
- Professional development opportunities
Who We Are
Since 1968, Integrity House has provided comprehensive and compassionate addiction treatment services for individuals with substance use disorders. Accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) at its highest level, Integrity House is recognized statewide as a leader in behavioral healthcare. Our integrated system of care includes inpatient, residential, outpatient, medication-assisted treatment, co-occurring mental health services, recovery support, education and workforce readiness programs, supportive housing, and community outreach initiatives.
Integrity House is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation), national origin, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Pay: $32.96 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Application Question(s):
- Are you interested in full-time, part-time or no preference?
Education:
License/Certification:
- NJ LSW, LAC, or LCADC (Required)
Work Location: On the road
