Mental Health Counselor
Company: George Junior Republic
Location: Milford
Posted on: February 17, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description About George Junior Republic:
Established in 1992, Preventative Aftercare is committed to keeping
families together by providing quality home-based services to
at-risk children, youth, adolescents and their families in their
homes, schools and communities. Position Overview: We are looking
for Intensive in-home Mental Health Workers and Mental Health
Professionals (counselors) for the Community Based Program. George
Junior Republic Preventative Aftercare is committed to assisting
youth and families in establishing safety, permanency, stability
and well-being. This distinct, mobile position will provide
intensive services and trauma informed care to a caseload of seven
to ten families referred throughout the county for Children & Youth
Services and/or Juvenile Probation. Services will be provided
within the community, schools and homes. Evidence based practices
and various treatment modalities will be utilized to engage
families. Collaboration with schools, mental health agencies,
substance abuse services, public assistance programs and other
community support organizations is a priority for this position.
Requirements: Mental Health Worker: Bachelor's degree in
counseling, psychology, social work, or a related field. A minimum
of two years' experience in counseling, psychology, social work, or
a related field. Mental Health Professional: Master's degree in
counseling, psychology, social work, or a related field.
Professional licensure preferred, but not required. Must live
in/near the county Valid driver's license, reliable transportation
Must be able to work a non-traditional schedule to provide 24-hour
crisis intervention Benefits: Comprehensive health benefits Paid
Time Off Vehicle allowance 401(k) with employer match Tuition
reimbursement program Referral Bonus Program * George Junior
Republic is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be
considered for employment without attention to race, color,
religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin
or veteran status. Women are encouraged to apply. INDHP
Keywords: George Junior Republic, Bayonne , Mental Health Counselor, Social Services , Milford, New Jersey
