Couples​/Family Therapist; LMFT​/LAMFT​/LCSW — Evenings & Weekends, Hybrid

Company Description Maplewood Counseling is a private practice in Essex County, NJ that specializes in couples, family, and individual therapy, including marriage counseling, premarital counseling, and support for a wide range of relationship issues. The practice offers both Telehealth video sessions and in-person appointments, providing flexible care options for clients. Maplewood Counseling is experienced in working with young couples, long-term partnerships, mixed-race and interfaith couples, LGBTQ+ relationships, and multicultural family dynamics.

The team is committed to an open, affirming, and inclusive environment for people of all cultures, backgrounds, lifestyles, and beliefs, and invites prospective clients and team members to learn more via their website.

Role Description This part-time Couples / Family Therapist (LMFT / LAMFT / LCSW) role is hybrid, based in Maplewood, NJ, with a combination of in-person sessions and Telehealth work from home. Day-to-day responsibilities include providing evidence-informed therapy to couples and families, conducting intake assessments, developing treatment plans, and maintaining clear and timely documentation. The therapist will manage a caseload focused on relationship and family issues, including multicultural and LGBTQ+ concerns, while collaborating with the clinical supervisor and /or mentor as needed.

The schedule emphasizes flexible evening and weekend hours to meet client needs, with a strong focus on high-quality, client-centered care and professional ethical standards.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated expertise in Family Therapy and Psychology, with a focus on couples, marriage, and relationship counseling.
• Strong grounding in Mental Health assessment and treatment, including the ability to identify and address co-occurring emotional or behavioral concerns.
• Experience with Case Management, including coordinating care, monitoring progress, and maintaining organized and compliant clinical records.
• Background in or openness to Clinical Supervision, either receiving supervision (for pre-licensure or early-career practitioners) or providing it to others, as appropriate.
• Active NJ license as LMFT, LAMFT, LCSW, or equivalent;
  Telehealth credentialing eligibility in New Jersey.
• Commitment to culturally responsive, LGBTQ+ affirming, and trauma-informed practice.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and documentation skills, with comfort using Telehealth and electronic practice tools.
• Ability to work independently in a small practice setting, maintain professional boundaries, and reliably offer evening and weekend availability.