Clinical Care Coordinator Jobs in New Jersey
Clinical Care Coordinator jobs in New Jersey are concentrated in hospital systems, managed care organizations, and outpatient and specialty care settings, with demand at every level from entry-level case management associates to senior utilization review specialists. The most active hiring markets are Newark, Edison, and Cherry Hill, where large employers such as RWJBarnabas Health, Hackensack Meridian Health, and Virtua Health maintain deep clinical operations. The most consistently sought specialties are care transitions, behavioral health coordination, and chronic disease management. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Location: Bergen
Onsite FT 40 hours M-F: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Hourly: $24.04
What We Offer:
- Health & Dental Coverage
- Union Benefits
- Generous Vacation, Personal, and Sick Time
- Competitive Hourly Wages and Premium Holiday Compensation
- 401K Plan and Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Discount and Rewards Program
- Life & AD&D insurance; STD & LTD coverage
Note: That's not all! We have even more benefits available. Our recruiting team will provide you with more information as you continue with your interview process. Benefit eligibility is based on the specific requirements and criteria of each plan.
Job Summary:
As the clinical care coordinator, you will provide comprehensive care management, care coordination, health promotion, comprehensive transitional care, individual and family support services, and referral to community and social support services through person-centered care planning. Additionally, you will provide all services consistent with SAMHSA's fundamental components of recovery, in a person- and family-centered approach that incorporates cultural appropriateness. This is a great entry-level role and learning opportunity for individuals looking to gain experience in a clinical and/or community-based non-profit role and to collaborate with social workers, clinicians, and prescribers to provide holistic and comprehensive care.
What You Will Do:
- Engage consumers and their families.
- Work with the Outpatient Department to assist clients and staff with coordination of care.
- Provide linkages to community services and resources.
- Provide services based on the tenants of evidence-based practices (i.e., IMR, MI and TIC).
- Ensure consumers have community supports in place (and engage in service planning as appropriate) that fulfill a positive corroborative role.
- Communicate observations and information about the consumer in the consumer's service record and to team members.
- Participate in assessment and evaluation of consumers at intake/admissions, during ongoing recovery/service delivery and at discharge.
- Provide input into formulation of consumer-centered care plans in collaboration with team members, containing relevant goals, measurable objectives (that serve as indicators for evaluating progress) and realistic time frames for achievement; performs reviews of progress and evaluates effectiveness of goals/objectives.
- Work with administrative staff to ensure that all services are documented based on billing and regulatory standards; collect information on consumers and reflects all demographic data.
What We Need to See:
- Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling or related field
- Bilingual (Spanish) required
- At least 1 year of experience in a mental health, behavioral health, medical, or another related field.
- A valid driver's license and must be insurable by agency's automobile insurance
Don't believe you meet all the preferred requirements? Apply anyway!
Studies have shown that women, communities of color, and historically underrepresented individuals are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet all the qualifications. At CarePlus NJ Inc, we are committed to building a workforce that is representative of all members of our community.
Who Are We?
CarePlus New Jersey has been-and continues to be-a leader in mental health and a pioneer in integrated care in Northern New Jersey for more than 45 years. CarePlus strives for excellence in mental health, addiction recovery, and community-based services. Our goal is to offer affordable, accessible, and holistic-centered care that empowers individuals to reach their full potential and enhance their quality of life.
Care Plus follows Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, et seq and NJ Law Against Discrimination. We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by Federal and State laws.
Location: Bergen
Onsite FT 40 hours M-F: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Hourly: $24.04
What We Offer:
- Health & Dental Coverage
- Union Benefits
- Generous Vacation, Personal, and Sick Time
- Competitive Hourly Wages and Premium Holiday Compensation
- 401K Plan and Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Discount and Rewards Program
- Life & AD&D insurance; STD & LTD coverage
Note: That's not all! We have even more benefits available. Our recruiting team will provide you with more information as you continue with your interview process. Benefit eligibility is based on the specific requirements and criteria of each plan.
Job Summary:
As the clinical care coordinator, you will provide comprehensive care management, care coordination, health promotion, comprehensive transitional care, individual and family support services, and referral to community and social support services through person-centered care planning. Additionally, you will provide all services consistent with SAMHSA's fundamental components of recovery, in a person- and family-centered approach that incorporates cultural appropriateness. This is a great entry-level role and learning opportunity for individuals looking to gain experience in a clinical and/or community-based non-profit role and to collaborate with social workers, clinicians, and prescribers to provide holistic and comprehensive care.
What You Will Do:
- Engage consumers and their families.
- Work with the Outpatient Department to assist clients and staff with coordination of care.
- Provide linkages to community services and resources.
- Provide services based on the tenants of evidence-based practices (i.e., IMR, MI and TIC).
- Ensure consumers have community supports in place (and engage in service planning as appropriate) that fulfill a positive corroborative role.
- Communicate observations and information about the consumer in the consumer's service record and to team members.
- Participate in assessment and evaluation of consumers at intake/admissions, during ongoing recovery/service delivery and at discharge.
- Provide input into formulation of consumer-centered care plans in collaboration with team members, containing relevant goals, measurable objectives (that serve as indicators for evaluating progress) and realistic time frames for achievement; performs reviews of progress and evaluates effectiveness of goals/objectives.
- Work with administrative staff to ensure that all services are documented based on billing and regulatory standards; collect information on consumers and reflects all demographic data.
What We Need to See:
- Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling or related field
- Bilingual (Spanish) required
- At least 1 year of experience in a mental health, behavioral health, medical, or another related field.
- A valid driver's license and must be insurable by agency's automobile insurance
Don't believe you meet all the preferred requirements? Apply anyway!
Studies have shown that women, communities of color, and historically underrepresented individuals are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet all the qualifications. At CarePlus NJ Inc, we are committed to building a workforce that is representative of all members of our community.
Who Are We?
CarePlus New Jersey has been-and continues to be-a leader in mental health and a pioneer in integrated care in Northern New Jersey for more than 45 years. CarePlus strives for excellence in mental health, addiction recovery, and community-based services. Our goal is to offer affordable, accessible, and holistic-centered care that empowers individuals to reach their full potential and enhance their quality of life.
Care Plus follows Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, et seq and NJ Law Against Discrimination. We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by Federal and State laws.
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What New Jersey Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in clinical care coordinator jobs across New Jersey.
- Active New Jersey RN license or New Jersey-recognized clinical license preferred
- Associate or bachelor's degree in nursing, social work, or a related health field
- Experience in case management, discharge planning, or utilization review
- Knowledge of Medicaid, Medicare, and managed care authorization processes
- Proficiency with electronic health record systems such as Epic or Cerner
- Strong communication and care coordination skills across multidisciplinary teams
Clinical Care Coordinator Jobs in New Jersey: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a clinical care coordinator in New Jersey?
Most clinical care coordinator roles in New Jersey require at minimum an associate degree in nursing, social work, or a related clinical field, with a bachelor's degree increasingly preferred. Candidates who hold an active New Jersey RN license or a license recognized through New Jersey's nurse licensure compact have the strongest candidacy. Employers also commonly look for case management experience and, for senior roles, a Certified Case Manager credential issued through the Commission for Case Manager Certification.
Which companies hire clinical care coordinators in New Jersey?
Employers hiring clinical care coordinators in New Jersey right now include Valley Health System (New Jersey), Care Plus NJ, and Guardian Recovery, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. New Jersey's large integrated health systems and managed Medicaid plans drive a particularly steady share of these openings throughout the year.
Which New Jersey cities have the most clinical care coordinator jobs?
The cities with the most clinical care coordinator openings in New Jersey are Paramus, Newark, and New Brunswick. Newark anchors the northern concentration because of its major academic medical centers and the headquarters of several large managed care organizations, while Edison and Cherry Hill reflect the dense outpatient and specialty care infrastructure that serves the central and southern corridors of the state.
Are there remote clinical care coordinator jobs in New Jersey?
Yes, but they are less common than in purely desk-based fields because a meaningful share of the role involves direct patient contact, facility rounding, or in-person care team collaboration. About 33% of clinical care coordinator openings tied to New Jersey are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, with those positions concentrated in utilization management, telephonic case management, and insurance-side authorization review.
How can I get hired as a clinical care coordinator in New Jersey with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a patient services or care navigation associate role within one of New Jersey's large health systems, such as RWJBarnabas Health or Hackensack Meridian Health, both of which post new-graduate and entry-level care management positions. Lateral moves from medical assistant, patient access representative, or social work case aide positions are common stepping stones. Completing a New Jersey-accredited nursing or social work program and pursuing a Certified Case Manager credential while working in an adjacent role gives candidates a meaningful edge when applying to coordinator titles.
Where can I find and apply to clinical care coordinator jobs in New Jersey?
You can find and apply to clinical care coordinator jobs in New Jersey on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the roles available, find the ones that fit your experience and location, and apply directly through each listing.
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