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Youth Therapist - YPC

Acenda Inc.

Cape May Court House, NJFull-time$50K/yrSeen todaySeen in employer's feed today

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At a glance

Compensation
$50K/yr
Location
Cape May Court House, NJ
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Master's degreeValid Driver's License

Job overview

The Youth Therapist provides therapeutic services to youth ages 8–18 and their families through individual, group, and family counseling. The role includes conducting assessments, developing treatment plans, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to support culturally competent care. The therapist also supports program activities, community engagement initiatives, and professional development through supervision.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Youth Mental Health ServicesProfessionalismCommitment to ExcellenceEvening Availability

Qualifications

Master's in Social Work, Clinical Counseling, Psychology or Related Field1 Year Youth Mental Health ExperienceValid Driver's LicenseInsured VehicleAcceptable Driving Record

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off

Full job description

Compensation

$3,120.00 - $3,120.00 / Yearly

Hours Per Week

40

Number Of Positions

1

Job Description

If you want to make a living by making a difference, join Acenda as an

Therapist

Job Title: Youth Therapist

$1000 Sign-on Bonus!

About Acenda Integrated Health

Acenda Integrated Health provides 100+ behavioral health programs, including mental health services, crisis care, substance use recovery, family therapy, maternal and pediatric support, and residential programs across New Jersey. Our team enjoys competitive benefits, work-life balance, professional development, and team engaging events. Acenda is recognized as a multi-year Top Workplace by USA Today and The Inquirer and a Top Workplace Culture award winner for Work-Life Balance as well as Joint Commission accredited and certified by MHCA and the New Jersey Alliance for Children, Youth, and Families. Join #TeamAcenda and make a lasting impact.

Job Overview:

The Youth Therapist provides therapeutic services to youth ages 8-18 and their families through individual, group, and family counseling. They conduct assessments, develop treatment plans, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure effective, culturally competent care. The role also involves supporting program activities, engaging communities in treatment initiatives, and pursuing ongoing professional development through supervision.

Program Info

The Youth Partial Care program provides intensive treatment for youth experiencing significant emotional or behavioral health concerns.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide professional care for youth ages 8-18 and their families

Facilitate individual, group, and family therapy

Conduct comprehensive assessments and develop treatment plans

Assist with group activities, transportation and administrative tasks

Participate in collaboration with the treatment team

Provide culturally competent service delivery

Participate in innovative initiatives designed to engage communities in care and treatment

Uses supervision effectively to explore professional development and training needs.

Requirements:

Master's degree in social work, clinical counseling, psychology or related field plus a minimum of one year of experience in the provision of youth mental health services

Must have and maintain a valid driver's license, use of an insured vehicle and an acceptable driving record

Professionalism and a commitment to excellence in care

Willingness to work evening hours.

Additional Information:

Base Pay: $50,000/annual

Bilingual Rate: An additional $3,120/annual rate added to the base pay if Spanish proficient.

Schedule: 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM Mon-Thurs; flexible on Friday

Sign-on Bonus: $1000 Sign-on Bonus

What we provide:

An Innovative culture that encourages you to grow and learn with the agency

Mission-driven core

Health, Vision and Dental coverage for you and your family

401(k) with 100% employer match on the first 5% of comp

Generous time-off

Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Employee Assistance Program

Year-end bonuses Acenda Integrated Health is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Department/Program

Youth Partial Care - Cape May (YPCCM)

Apply here: https://www.aplitrak.com/?adid=YmJnZW5lcmljLjQ3MzIxLjEwNDEyQGFjZW5kYWhlYWx0aGNvbXAuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t

Place of Work

On-site

Requisition ID

JR100757-10051

How this job compares

Set against the 2,798 open Therapist jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 2, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$50K/yr
  • New Jersey median$62–75K/yr28 salary ranges
  • US median$68–80K/yr994 salary ranges

This rate, $50K, is 29% below the New Jersey median midpoint ($71K) — in the lowest quarter of Therapist salary ranges in New Jersey.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 64 open Therapist jobs in New Jersey and 2,798 across the US. 18% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in New Jersey
Experience
This posting asks for at least 1 year of experience; Therapist postings that state a minimum ask for 2 years at the median (822 postings).
Education
This posting asks for a master's degree; 1,764 of the 2,798 open Therapist jobs (63%) ask for a master's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 2, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.

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