Job Description

IMMEDIATE CAREER OPPORTUNITY for a Mental Health Counselor (Licensed Clinical Social Worker)

Cornerstone Day School seeks a full-time, compassionate Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). The right candidate will help foster a positive school environment and provide intensive counseling services to middle and high school students.

The Licensed Clinical Social Worker will play a critical role in addressing the mental health needs of students within the school setting. This position involves providing clinical support, counseling services, and crisis intervention to students and their families while collaborating with educators, the school's leadership team, and other mental health counselors.

Key responsibilities include:

Provide individual and group counseling to students experiencing social, emotional, and behavioral challenges Conduct assessments to identify students' needs and develop appropriate treatment plans. Collaborate with teachers and school staff to enhance student learning and well-being. Facilitate support groups for students and parents Act as a liaison between the school, families, and community resources. Participate in school meetings and committees and professional development to promote a positive and inclusive school culture. Maintain accurate and confidential records of student interactions following clinical and school policies and ethical guidelines.
Cornerstone Day School is a unique therapeutic special education school for students with significant emotional challenges that integrate state-of-the-art psychiatric treatment with outstanding academics. You will work with a highly seasoned and professional management team that provides the best possible mental health counseling and educational services.

The work schedule reflects the school calendar, a reduced summer schedule, and one early evening per week to provide family sessions.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $78,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Professional development assistance Referral program Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance
Shift availability:

Day Shift (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:

Cranford, NJ (Required)
Ability to Relocate:

Cranford, NJ: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Work Location: In person