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Founded in 1963 as a Child Guidance Clinic, West Bergen has grown into a comprehensive mental health center serving the residents of Bergen County and beyond. The agency offers a full spectrum of critical psycho-therapeutic treatments for children, adolescents, adults and families suffering from trauma, depression, anxiety and other mental health issues, including those resulting from COVID-19. Through its mission of hope and healing, the Agency now serves over 3,000 individuals, couples and families each year.

If you are a high energy, compassionate individual, interested in pursuing a career in the field of social work, and seeking to make a difference in the lives of others, West Bergen offers a nurturing, collegial, team-oriented environment.

Sign-On Bonus, up to $2000 for all newly hired staff.

The following positions are available

Residential Workers, Full, Part Time and Relief

Currently seeking qualified applicants to work in our Residential Program. We currently have varied shifts, both full time, part time and relief, available within the Agency. These positions are for Residential Workers.

1. Full Time: We currently have 2 full time positions available, both for 35-40 hours per week. Hours may include day, weekday evening, weekend overnights and weekend evenings. Schedules can be discussed at time of application.
Full time staff enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, employer paid life & long term disability insurance, 403b retirement account with matching dollars when criteria met, medical and dependent care flexible spending accounts, voluntary critical illness, accident and life insurance, as well as generous paid time off including vacation, sick, personal and holiday time.

2. Part Time: In addition we have several standalone shifts which can be worked separately, or in combination with relief work.

3. Relief Work: These positions are for fill in work. You will be called and given the opportunity to work when another staff member is out, whether for vacation, sick, etc.

Qualifications are flexible with either a degree from an accredited college or university with a major in a mental health, health, or other appropriate human services related discipline; or a combination of one or more years of college plus related work or life experience together equaling four years (The individual is required to have at least one year of related work or life experience, if the four year college education does not meet the requirements above);or a license as a practical nurse plus two years of related work or life experience; or a high school diploma or equivalent, with four years of related work or life experience. Valid driver’s license. Good driving record, meeting the recommendations of Agency Automotive Insurer preferred.

In addition, the position requires CPR/First Aid training, to be obtained prior to providing services alone and within 30 days of hire. We will provide the training if none currently exists.

The positions in our Residential Program provide supervision and support to clients living in a group home or apartment/community setting. The Residential Worker encourages residential client’s wellness and recovery through group activities, education in daily living skills, supportive counseling and medication management.

These positions require meeting of documentation standards, and required clinical competencies as identified. Basic computer/keyboarding skills, including familiarity with word processing programs, (MS Word preferred) for report writing, forms, records, letters, etc., ability to learn and use the electronic client record keeping system, additional requirements may occur as specific job needs evolve. Understanding of various treatment theories and modalities, which are considered as standard or usual in the treatment of the adult psychiatric population and their families, needed.

Nurse, LPN

Nurse, LPN

LPN level position is for a Partial Care Relief Nurse. This is a fill-in position in our Partial Care Program and provides for covering of absent staff. This nurse serves as a resource for consumers and agency staff regarding health-related issues such as self-care, medication monitoring and management, community health awareness updates and overall health and wellness promotion. Works in conjunction with the Multidisciplinary Team to include the Medical Director, Psychiatrists, APN’s, all assigned psychiatric and medical staff, all agency staff as needed to support the quality of consumer care in the overall therapeutic milieu.

Qualifications include holding a NJ Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license. Prior experience in a mental health setting a plus.

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status,

Resumes should contain a cover letter indicating position being applied for. Forward to:  HR@westbergen.org or fax to  201-957-1566

Updated: 9/26/24