Licensed Clinical Social Worker Jobs in New Jersey

Licensed Clinical Social Worker jobs in New Jersey are concentrated in behavioral health, hospital systems, community mental health centers, and school-based services, making the state one of the more active markets on the East Coast for this credential. Newark, Trenton, and Camden drive much of the hiring volume, anchored by large employers like RWJBarnabas Health, Hackensack Meridian Health, and Cooper University Health Care. The most consistent openings are in outpatient mental health, substance use treatment, and child and family services. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.

Find Jobs

Overview

Open roles27
Top employerLifeStance Health
Top cityHackensack, NJ
Cities hiring23
Work type60% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

Showing 5 of 27+ Licensed Clinical Social Worker jobs

Hackensack Meridian Health
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (Full-Time) - John Theurer Cancer Center
We won't show you this job again
Hackensack Meridian Health
Added 1w ago
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (Full-Time) - John Theurer Cancer Center
Hackensack Meridian Health
Hackensack, New Jersey
Business Development
Growth Marketing
Marketing
Master's degree in social work

Have you applied for this role?

Alliance Community Healthcare
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
We won't show you this job again
Alliance Community Healthcare
Added 1w ago
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
Alliance Community Healthcare
Jersey City, New Jersey
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Physical Therapy
Master's degree in social work
51-200

Have you applied for this role?

Elderology, LLC
Licensed Clinical Psychologist , Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LPC
We won't show you this job again
Elderology, LLC
Added 1w ago
Licensed Clinical Psychologist , Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LPC
Elderology, LLC
Tinton Falls, New Jersey
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Social Work & Counseling
$40k - $135k/yr
On-Site
11-50

Have you applied for this role?

YMCA
Clinical Supervisor - LCSW, Licensed Clinical Social Worker
We won't show you this job again
YMCA
Added 1w ago
Clinical Supervisor - LCSW, Licensed Clinical Social Worker
YMCA
Paterson, New Jersey
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Program Management
Project Management
$36.1 - $43.47/hr
On-Site
Managed case managers
51-200

Have you applied for this role?

Elderology, LLC
Licensed Clinical Social Worker or LPC
We won't show you this job again
Elderology, LLC
Added 1w ago
Licensed Clinical Social Worker or LPC
Elderology, LLC
Warren, New Jersey
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Social Work & Counseling
$30k - $130k/yr
On-Site
11-50

Have you applied for this role?

See All 27 Licensed Clinical Social Worker Jobs in New Jersey

Find roles in New Jersey that match your experience and apply in just a few clicks.

Find Jobs

Licensed Clinical Social Worker Jobs by City in New Jersey

Where New Jersey roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Hackensack
3 jobs
Newark
2 jobs
Freehold
2 jobs
Brick
1 job
Warren
1 job
Evesham
1 job
Maywood
1 job
Paramus
1 job
Paterson
1 job

Licensed Clinical Social Worker Job Market in New Jersey

A snapshot from current New Jersey openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

LifeStance Health
LifeStance Health6 open roles
Elderology
Elderology4 open roles
Hackensack Meridian Health
Hackensack Meridian Health4 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services

What New Jersey Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in licensed clinical social worker jobs across New Jersey.

  • Active Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) credential issued by the New Jersey State Board of Social Work Examiners
  • Master of Social Work degree from a CSWE-accredited program
  • Experience conducting psychosocial assessments and delivering evidence-based therapeutic interventions
  • Proficiency in diagnostic formulation using DSM-5 criteria for diverse clinical populations
  • Ability to maintain thorough clinical documentation within electronic health record systems
  • Strong knowledge of New Jersey mandated reporting laws and community mental health resources

Licensed Clinical Social Worker Jobs in New Jersey: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a licensed clinical social worker in New Jersey?

To become a licensed clinical social worker in New Jersey, you must earn a Master of Social Work from a CSWE-accredited program, complete the required hours of supervised post-degree clinical experience, and pass the ASWB Clinical examination. Licensure is granted by the New Jersey State Board of Social Work Examiners. New Jersey also requires supervised hours under a licensed supervisor before you can apply for the LCSW credential independently.

Which companies hire licensed clinical social workers in New Jersey?

Companies currently hiring licensed clinical social workers in New Jersey include LifeStance Health, Elderology, and Hackensack Meridian Health, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Large health systems, community mental health organizations, and county-run behavioral health agencies represent the most consistent sources of full-time openings across the state.

Which New Jersey cities have the most licensed clinical social worker jobs?

Hackensack, Newark, and Freehold have the most licensed clinical social worker openings in New Jersey. Newark and Trenton lead because of their concentration of hospital systems, federally qualified health centers, and county behavioral health agencies, while Camden's demand is shaped by Cooper University Health Care and regional community mental health providers serving South Jersey.

Are there remote licensed clinical social worker jobs in New Jersey?

Yes, but they are less common than in purely desk-based fields because clinical social work often involves in-person assessments, crisis intervention, and hands-on case management. About 40% of licensed clinical social worker openings tied to New Jersey are remote or hybrid as of August 2026. The roles most likely to be fully remote are outpatient therapy positions at telehealth-focused practices and insurance-based care management roles.

How can I get hired as a licensed clinical social worker in New Jersey with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is securing a position as a social work intern or social worker associate while completing your supervised post-degree hours toward the LCSW. Large New Jersey employers like RWJBarnabas Health and community mental health centers affiliated with county government regularly hire MSW graduates for associate-level clinician roles that build toward full licensure. Focusing on substance use treatment programs and school-based mental health positions, which often accept candidates still under supervision, expands your options considerably.

Where can I find and apply to licensed clinical social worker jobs in New Jersey?

You can find and apply to licensed clinical social worker jobs in New Jersey on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers hiring across the state. Search the listings, find the roles that match your license level and specialty, and apply directly to the ones that fit your background.

See All 27 Licensed Clinical Social Worker Jobs in New Jersey

Find roles in New Jersey that match your experience and apply in just a few clicks.

Find Jobs