Intensive In Community Clinician Masters Level

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Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Flexible schedule
• Training & development

Location

• Essex
• County,
• New
• Jersey (Community-Based)
• Position
• Type: 1099
• Independent
• Contractor
• Schedule:
• Part-Time or
• Full-Time (Flexible)
• Compensation: $50–$60 per hour, based on experience
• Reports To: Clinical Director / Licensed Supervisor

About Brothers Building A Better Nation (BBABN)

Brothers Building A Better Nation (BBABN) is a Newark-based nonprofit organization providing trauma-informed, community-centered behavioral health services to children, youth, and families through New Jersey’s Children’s System of Care (CSOC). BBABN delivers Intensive In-Community (IIC) Therapy and Behavioral Assistance with a focus on healing-centered engagement, family-driven care, and community stability.

BBABN serves only youth and families located in Essex County, New Jersey.

Position Summary

The Intensive In-Community (IIC) Clinician – Master’s Level provides home- and community-based therapeutic services to children and adolescents authorized through PerformCare under New Jersey’s Children’s System of Care. This position works under the supervision of a licensed clinician and is ideal for early-career professionals seeking hands-on experience in community-based care while working toward independent licensure.

This role requires strong engagement skills, comfort working in family homes and community settings, and a commitment to timely, accurate documentation.

Key Responsibilities

• Clinical Service Delivery (Under Supervision)
• Provide face-to-face Intensive In-Community therapy in youth homes and approved community settings throughout Essex County
• Implement treatment interventions aligned with the youth’s Individualized Service Plan (ISP) and supervisory guidance
• Support youth stabilization, emotional regulation, coping skills, and family communication
• Maintain professional boundaries and safety awareness in community-based environments

• Assessment & Clinical Support
• Assist with information gathering for assessments as directed by the supervising clinician
• Support treatment planning and goal tracking
• Participate in Child & Family Team (CFT) meetings with supervisory support

• Care Coordination & Collaboration
• Communicate with families, CMOs, MRSS, and schools as directed
• Support continuity of care through consistent follow-up and collaboration

• Documentation & Compliance
• Complete all progress notes within 24 hours of each session
• Accurately complete encounters and link services to active authorizations in athenaOne
• Ensure documentation meets CSOC, Medicaid, HIPAA, and BBABN standards
• Adhere to all mandated reporting and ethical requirements

• Supervision & Professional Development
• Participate in required clinical supervision
• Accept feedback and coaching to improve clinical and documentation skills
• Engage in ongoing training related to CSOC, trauma-informed care, and best practices

• Required Qualifications
• Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or a related behavioral health field
• Active New Jersey associate-level license:
• LSW
• LAC
• Psychology graduates working toward licensure under supervision (as permitted by NJ regulations)
• Eligibility to work toward independent licensure in New Jersey
• Active, clean driver’s license and reliable transportation
• Ability to travel throughout Essex County only

Preferred Qualifications

• Internship or prior experience in community-based or in-home services
• Interest in child, adolescent, and family mental health
• Familiarity with CSOC, PerformCare, or systems-based care
• Strong organization and time-management skills

• Compensation & Contractor Status
• $50–$60 per hour, depending on experience
• This is a 1099 independent contractor position
• Contractors are responsible for their own taxes, benefits, and insurance
• Flexible scheduling based on client needs and authorizations

• Work Environment & Schedule
• Community-based work within Essex County
• Sessions primarily occur after school hours and early evenings
• Documentation completed remotely

Compensation

$50.00 - $60.00 per hour

Brothers building a better nation

BBABN is on a mission to dismantle systemic barriers for BIPOC men. Through community support, education, and mental health resources, we're building a future where every man has the chance to thrive. Stay tuned for the launch of our website and learn how you can join the movement.