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Part-Time Therapist Position
Part-time W-2 therapist, about 10 clinical hours per week, in Springfield, NJ.
Who We Are
Unscripted Therapy is a growing, trauma-informed group practice in Springfield, NJ. We believe authentic connection and depth-oriented work lead to meaningful healing. Our clients find a warm, nonjudgmental space where they can move at their own pace, and our work is grounded in honesty, transparency, and respect for each person's story. Clients come to us wanting more than coping skills. They want to understand their patterns and heal what's underneath.
The Role
We're hiring a part-time therapist to see adolescents and adults for about 10 clinical hours per week. Many of our referrals involve sexual trauma, attachment wounds, relational challenges, and developmental trauma. This role is a fit for someone who values relational, depth-oriented work and wants to grow within a supportive group practice.
You'll have room to build your niche. Areas we see often include:
- Adolescents and teens
- Complex and developmental trauma
- Attachment-based work
- Pregnancy, prenatal, and postpartum
- Grief and loss
- ADD/ADHD
- Adoption and blended families
What You Bring
- An active New Jersey license, full or working toward full licensure: LPC, LAC, LSW, LCSW, LMFT, PsyD, or PhD
- A trauma-informed clinical lens (required)
- EMDR training, or openness to becoming EMDR trained
- Comfort working with both adolescents and adults
- Experience or interest in IFS, somatic, attachment-based, or other depth-oriented approaches (a plus)
- In-office availability at least two days per week (at least one a weekday), including evenings
What We Offer
- Per-session pay of $55 to $100 per clinical hour, based on licensure and experience
- Clinical supervision toward licensure for LAC and LSW clinicians
- Group and peer consultation
- Billing, scheduling, and referrals handled by the practice, so you can focus on clinical work
- An established office with SimplePractice and systems already in place
- A flexible, hybrid schedule
- Room to grow your niche and eventually lead groups and workshops
Job Details
- Job type: Part-time, W-2
- Hours: About 10 clinical hours per week
- Pay: $55 to $100 per clinical hour
- Schedule: In office at least two days per week (at least one a weekday), including evenings
- Location: Hybrid, remote and in person at 28 Millburn Ave, Springfield, NJ 07081
- Start date: January 2027
How to Apply
Learn more about us at unscriptedtherapy.com.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $55.00 - $100.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Professional development assistance
Application Question(s):
- I have a private home office where I could conduct virtual therapy.
- I understand this is a part-time hybrid role for that includes evenings and weekends. I am aware I would need to be at the office at lease one weekend days.
License/Certification:
- LCSW, LSW, LPC, LAC, LMFT, PsyD, PhD (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Springfield, NJ 07081 (Required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Springfield, NJ 07081
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in trauma therapist jobs.
- Master's degree in social work, counseling, or a related mental health field
- Active state licensure such as LCSW, LPC, LMFT, or equivalent credential
- Training or certification in a trauma-focused modality such as EMDR or TF-CBT
- Experience conducting trauma assessments and developing individualized treatment plans
- Ability to maintain accurate clinical documentation and meet productivity requirements
- Familiarity with mandated reporting obligations and safety planning procedures
Tips for Your Trauma Therapist Job Search
List every licensure clearly and prominently
Hiring managers scan for LCSW, LPC, LMFT, or similar credentials before reading anything else. Put your licensure, state, and license number in your resume header so it's impossible to miss and matches what applicant tracking systems flag as required.
Name your trauma modalities explicitly
Employers filter for specific approaches like EMDR, TF-CBT, CPP, or somatic experiencing. Spell each modality out in full at least once and use the abbreviation consistently, since job postings and screening tools use both forms.
Target postings by population served
Trauma therapist roles are often scoped by client group: children and adolescents, veterans, survivors of domestic violence, or first responders. Filtering by population lets you find openings where your clinical background is a direct match, not just a partial one.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists trauma therapist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare a clinical vignette for interviews
Many trauma therapist interviews include a case presentation or scenario question testing your treatment planning and trauma-informed lens. Prepare a de-identified vignette that shows your assessment approach, choice of modality, and how you manage safety planning.
Negotiate supervision hours into your offer
If you're pre-licensed, supervised hours toward full licensure are a concrete benefit worth negotiating. Ask whether the employer provides on-site supervision, covers the cost of an external supervisor, and counts all direct client hours toward your state requirement.
Trauma Therapist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most trauma therapists?
The most active employers for trauma therapists right now are Ellie Mental Health, SAVIO HOUSE, and Safe Horizon, and the most openings are in Florida, New York, and Colorado, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is especially strong at community mental health centers and organizations serving veteran and survivor populations.
How many trauma therapist jobs are remote?
About 69% of trauma therapist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting telehealth expansion across the mental health sector. Roles focused on individual adult therapy tend to have the highest remote availability, while positions working with children, court-involved clients, or crisis populations are more likely to require an in-person presence.
How do you become a trauma therapist?
You start by completing a master's degree in clinical social work, counseling, or marriage and family therapy, followed by supervised post-graduate hours required for full licensure in your state. Once licensed, you pursue specialized training in a trauma modality such as EMDR, TF-CBT, or somatic experiencing through an approved training program. Many clinicians also pursue consultation hours to meet certification standards set by the relevant training organization.
Can you get hired as a trauma therapist with little experience?
Yes, many community mental health agencies and nonprofits hire pre-licensed associates and provide the supervision hours needed for full licensure. Focus your applications on roles that explicitly list associate or trainee titles and confirm in your cover letter that you have completed your degree and are actively accruing supervised hours. Practicum and internship placements in trauma-specific settings strengthen your candidacy considerably even before licensure.
What does the trauma therapist interview process look like?
Most employers start with a phone or video screen to confirm licensure status and ask about your clinical background. A second round typically involves a panel interview with clinical supervisors and may include a case presentation or scenario question testing your trauma-informed approach and safety planning skills. Some organizations also ask you to review a sample treatment note or complete a brief written exercise before an offer is extended.
Where can I find and apply to trauma therapist jobs?
You can find and apply to trauma therapist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Find roles that match your licensure, population focus, and preferred setting, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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