Mental Health Therapy Jobs in New Jersey
Mental Health Therapy jobs in New Jersey are open across Belle Mead, Bloomfield, and Eatontown and other New Jersey metros, with employers like Behavioral Health Practice Services, Hackensack Meridian Health, and Inspira Health Network hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Position Type
Instructional - Other Titles/Occupation Therapist
Date Posted
11/25/2025
Location
Special Education - 408
NEWARK BOARD OF EDUCATION
HUMAN RESOURCE SERVICES
765 BROAD STREET, NEWARK, NEW JERSEY 07102
ROGER LEÓN, DISTRICT SUPERINTENDENT
Occupational Therapist
(Pending availability of funds and Board of Education approval)
The Superintendent invites qualified and interested persons to apply for the position of Occupational Therapist – Office of Special Education.
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
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An appropriate New Jersey Department of Education Standard Certificate or eligible for an Emergency certificate as deemed necessary by https://www.nj.gov/education/certification/certsandtitles/
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Master’s degree from an accredited college or university.
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Possess a Standard certificate that meets the requirements of the New Jersey Department of Education.
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Possess a License as an Occupational Therapist issued by the Occupational Therapy Advisory Council, Department of Law and Public Safety.
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A minimum of five (5) years successful occupational therapy experience.
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Good computer and technological skills.
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Experience in working with staff, administrators, parents, community-based organizations, and vendors in therapeutic program development and implementation.
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Three (3) letters of recommendation, which should include one (1) from current principal or supervisor.
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Appointees will be required to possess a driver’s license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform the essential duties of the position.
NOTE: Examples of work for this title are for illustrative purposes only. A particular position using this title may not perform all duties listed in this job specification. Conversely, all duties performed on the job may not be listed.
BASIC FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
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Plans and conducts seminars, workshops, and professional development activities.
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Facilitates the inclusion of special needs students into general education classes whenever and wherever possible.
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Coordinates services throughout the district, in classes, schools other district sites, and with service providers for special needs students, pre-school through high school.
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Assumes responsibility to attend and participate in on-going professional development workshops and activities.
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Analyzes, draws conclusions, and communicates student assessment data, makes individual and program recommendations when needed, and makes program recommendations based upon the analysis of this data.
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Provides reports on the progress of students and program initiatives.
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Keeps accurate and detailed records for submission to the Director of Special Education or designee.
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Assists classroom teachers and teacher aides in the creative use of new technological equipment and supplementary materials.
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Visits multi-sites and participates in the development and coordination of occupational therapy and educational activities.
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Performs other duties consistent with specific contractual terms of employment as assigned by the Director of the Office of Special Education.
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES
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Knowledge of Public Law 105-17, IDEA ’04 and NJ Code (Table 6A, Chapter 14).
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Knowledge of the principals, standards, and techniques of occupational therapy.
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Knowledge of occupational therapy methods, materials, and equipment and their utilization.
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Ability to physically lift, move, and position students as needed.
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Ability to prepare accurate and detailed student progress and other reports of the occupational therapy findings and progress.
REPORTS TO: Building Principal
SALARY AND EMPLOYMENT PERIOD
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Salary Range: $72,250 - $114,750
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Employment Period: Ten (10) Months
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Union Affiliation: NTU
Newark Board of Education offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to https://nboehrs.com/
Newark Public Schools is only accepting electronic applications.
THE NEWARK BOARD OF EDUCATION IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER
Position Type
Instructional - Other Titles/Occupation Therapist
Date Posted
11/25/2025
Location
Special Education - 408
NEWARK BOARD OF EDUCATION
HUMAN RESOURCE SERVICES
765 BROAD STREET, NEWARK, NEW JERSEY 07102
ROGER LEÓN, DISTRICT SUPERINTENDENT
Occupational Therapist
(Pending availability of funds and Board of Education approval)
The Superintendent invites qualified and interested persons to apply for the position of Occupational Therapist – Office of Special Education.
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
-
An appropriate New Jersey Department of Education Standard Certificate or eligible for an Emergency certificate as deemed necessary by https://www.nj.gov/education/certification/certsandtitles/
-
Master’s degree from an accredited college or university.
-
Possess a Standard certificate that meets the requirements of the New Jersey Department of Education.
-
Possess a License as an Occupational Therapist issued by the Occupational Therapy Advisory Council, Department of Law and Public Safety.
-
A minimum of five (5) years successful occupational therapy experience.
-
Good computer and technological skills.
-
Experience in working with staff, administrators, parents, community-based organizations, and vendors in therapeutic program development and implementation.
-
Three (3) letters of recommendation, which should include one (1) from current principal or supervisor.
-
Appointees will be required to possess a driver’s license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform the essential duties of the position.
NOTE: Examples of work for this title are for illustrative purposes only. A particular position using this title may not perform all duties listed in this job specification. Conversely, all duties performed on the job may not be listed.
BASIC FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
-
Plans and conducts seminars, workshops, and professional development activities.
-
Facilitates the inclusion of special needs students into general education classes whenever and wherever possible.
-
Coordinates services throughout the district, in classes, schools other district sites, and with service providers for special needs students, pre-school through high school.
-
Assumes responsibility to attend and participate in on-going professional development workshops and activities.
-
Analyzes, draws conclusions, and communicates student assessment data, makes individual and program recommendations when needed, and makes program recommendations based upon the analysis of this data.
-
Provides reports on the progress of students and program initiatives.
-
Keeps accurate and detailed records for submission to the Director of Special Education or designee.
-
Assists classroom teachers and teacher aides in the creative use of new technological equipment and supplementary materials.
-
Visits multi-sites and participates in the development and coordination of occupational therapy and educational activities.
-
Performs other duties consistent with specific contractual terms of employment as assigned by the Director of the Office of Special Education.
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES
-
Knowledge of Public Law 105-17, IDEA ’04 and NJ Code (Table 6A, Chapter 14).
-
Knowledge of the principals, standards, and techniques of occupational therapy.
-
Knowledge of occupational therapy methods, materials, and equipment and their utilization.
-
Ability to physically lift, move, and position students as needed.
-
Ability to prepare accurate and detailed student progress and other reports of the occupational therapy findings and progress.
REPORTS TO: Building Principal
SALARY AND EMPLOYMENT PERIOD
-
Salary Range: $72,250 - $114,750
-
Employment Period: Ten (10) Months
-
Union Affiliation: NTU
Newark Board of Education offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to https://nboehrs.com/
Newark Public Schools is only accepting electronic applications.
THE NEWARK BOARD OF EDUCATION IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER
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Find Mental Health Therapy JobsMental Health Therapy Jobs by City in New Jersey
Where New Jersey roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Mental Health Therapy Job Market in New Jersey
A snapshot from current New Jersey openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Behavioral Health Practice Services7
- Hackensack Meridian Health2
- Inspira Health Network2
- Hudson Hospital Opco LLC D/B/A Carepoint Health - Christ Hospital1
- Newark Board of Education1
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services10
- Technology & Software2
- Education1
What New Jersey Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in mental health therapy jobs across New Jersey.
- Active state licensure such as LCSW, LPC, LMFT, or LMHC
- Master's degree in social work, counseling, psychology, or a related field
- Experience delivering individual and group therapy to a defined clinical population
- Proficiency with electronic health records such as Epic, Kipu, or SimplePractice
- Training in at least one evidence-based modality such as CBT, DBT, or motivational interviewing
- Ability to complete timely clinical documentation including progress notes and treatment plans
Mental Health Therapy Jobs in New Jersey: Frequently Asked Questions
How many mental health therapy jobs are there in New Jersey?
There are 13+ mental health therapy openings in New Jersey on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Belle Mead, Bloomfield, and Eatontown. New positions post regularly as employers across New Jersey hire.
Which New Jersey cities have the most mental health therapy jobs?
Belle Mead, Bloomfield, and Eatontown have the most mental health therapy openings in New Jersey right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire mental health therapys in New Jersey?
Employers hiring mental health therapys in New Jersey include Behavioral Health Practice Services, Hackensack Meridian Health, and Inspira Health Network, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote mental health therapy jobs in New Jersey?
Yes. About 54% of mental health therapy openings tied to New Jersey are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in New Jersey metros.
How do I apply for mental health therapy jobs in New Jersey?
You can apply to mental health therapy jobs in New Jersey directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred New Jersey location, then apply to each one that fits.
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