Social Work Counselor Jobs in New Jersey

A Social Work Counselor plays a crucial role in the social service industry by providing essential services to aid and improve the lives of individuals, families, and communities. They assess their clients' needs, situations, strengths, and resources to assist and empower them in resolving their problems and improving their wellbeing. Their responsibilities may also include crisis intervention, case management, client advocacy, counseling, and prevention programs. Social Work Counselors work in various settings such as hospitals, schools, community agencies, and social service organizations.

Essential skills for a Social Work Counselor include empathy, active listening, organization, critical-thinking, and communication skills. They should have a strong understanding of social diversity and cultural competency as well. A bachelor's degree in social work (BSW) is typically required, while a master's degree in social work (MSW) may be necessary for some positions. Most states require Social Work Counselors to obtain a license or certification. Prior roles a person may have before becoming a Social Work Counselor include Social Work Assistant, Case Manager, and Community Outreach Worker.

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Licensed Mental Health Counselor

  • Toms River, NJ
  • 17 days ago
  • Toms River, NJ
  • 17 days ago

Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) Wage: Between $95-$130 an hour Licensed Mental Health Counselor Are you ready to launch or expand your private practice?...

Licensed Mental Health Counselor (Virtual)

  • Newark, NJ
  • 17 days ago
  • Newark, NJ
  • 17 days ago

Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) Wage: Between $95-$130 an hour Licensed Mental Health Counselor Are you ready to launch or expand your private practice?...

Primary Therapist

  • Parsippany, NJ
  • 30+ days ago
  • Parsippany, NJ
  • 30+ days ago

We save lives while providing the opportunity for people to realize their healthy selves.: Primary Therapist Monte Nido Eating Disorder Center of Parsippany Parsippany, NJ Monte Nido Eating...

Primary Therapist

  • Skillman, NJ
  • 6 days ago
  • Skillman, NJ
  • 6 days ago

We save lives while providing the opportunity for people to realize their healthy selves.: Primary Therapist Monte Nido Clementine Montgomery Skillman, New Jersey Monte Nido Clementine Montgomery,...

Senior Primary Therapist - Full Time

  • Moorestown, NJ
  • 2 hours ago
  • Moorestown, NJ
  • 2 hours ago

service support systems, schools and other relevant external entities....

MFLC Assignment Ready Counselor - Picatinny Arsenal, NJ

  • Picatinny Arsenal, NJ
  • 2 hours ago
  • Picatinny Arsenal, NJ
  • 2 hours ago

When working with children, counselor must abide by line of site protocol. Establishes and maintains working relationships with community resources and provides appropriate linkages....

Hospice Chaplain

  • Paterson, NJ
  • 3 hours ago
  • Paterson, NJ
  • 3 hours ago

Serenity Hospice provides caring and compassionate hospice care services to patients and families throughout New Jersey. Our mission is to alleviate pain and symptoms; foster a state of calmness...

Community Support Counselor

  • Parsippany, NJ
  • 4 hours ago
  • Parsippany, NJ
  • 4 hours ago

-Offers services appropriate to meet the consumers need-Perform crisis intervention and provides on-call support to consumers for crisis intervention and emergency services linkages....

Group Counselor - Part Time - Behavioral Health

  • Belle Mead, NJ
  • 6 hours ago
  • Belle Mead, NJ
  • 6 hours ago

The Group Counselor provides therapeutic and recreational group activities and leisure assessment and group counseling services to assigned caseloads of patients....

Licensed Addictions Counselor I - Part Time - Behavioral Health

  • Belle Mead, NJ
  • 7 hours ago
  • Belle Mead, NJ
  • 7 hours ago

Licensed Clinical Alcohol & Drug Counselor (LCADC) OR Licensed Social Worker (LSW) or Licensed Associate Counselor (LAC). 2....

Residential Counselor - I/DD

  • Trenton, NJ
  • 7 hours ago
  • Trenton, NJ
  • 7 hours ago

The successful candidate will assist with daily living activities and provide behavioral support, medication management and crisis intervention in a group home setting....

Physical Therapist - Per Diem - Behavioral Health

  • Belle Mead, NJ
  • 7 hours ago
  • Belle Mead, NJ
  • 7 hours ago

Our team members are the heart of what makes us better. At Hackensack Meridian _Health_ we help our patients live better, healthier lives and we help one another to succeed. With a culture rooted...

Licensed Addictions Counselor I - Full Time - Behavioral Health

  • Belle Mead, NJ
  • 7 hours ago
  • Belle Mead, NJ
  • 7 hours ago

Licensed Clinical Alcohol & Drug Counselor (LCADC) OR Licensed Social Worker (LSW) or Licensed Associate Counselor (LAC). 2....

Vocational Rehab Counselor - Full Time

  • Edison, NJ
  • 7 hours ago
  • Edison, NJ
  • 7 hours ago

Certified Rehabilitation Counselor Certification or Rehabilitation Counselor License within 1 years of entering position....

Sr Primary Therapist

  • Jersey City, NJ
  • 7 hours ago
  • Jersey City, NJ
  • 7 hours ago

Looking for a therapist to join a multidisciplinary team in an outpatient adult behavioral health service within an evidence-based model....

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Social Work Counselor Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Introduction to Social Work
Examine the historical development of social work and learn the knowledge, values, and skills that characterize the social worker. Take the next step to make a difference in the lives of...
Mental Health in Social Work
Deepen your understanding of mental health in social work through a focus on history and treatment, within a culturally-grounded and trauma-informed approach to mental health and client recovery....
Areas of Social Work Practice
This course will orient the learner to the context for social work, including the diversity of human needs, human services, social policy, and legislation. Learners will also gain information...

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Salary for Social Work Counselor Jobs in New Jersey

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireSocialServices research efforts.


Highest Education Level

Social Work Counselors in New Jersey offer the following education background
Master's Degree
52.8%
Bachelor's Degree
31.6%
Doctorate Degree
5.0%
Associate's Degree
4.5%
High School or GED
3.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.5%
Some College
0.4%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Social Work Counselors in New Jersey
2-4 years
39.3%
Less than 1 year
27.4%
None
17.4%
1-2 years
8.4%
8-10 years
7.6%



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