Family Crisis Clinician
Company: Mental Health Association of Monmouth County
Location: Eatontown
Posted on: February 14, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Salary: The Mental Health
Association of Monmouth County seeks a compassionate and skilled
Crisis Clinician to join our Family Crisis Intervention Unit. This
role provides 24/7 crisis intervention, stabilization, and advocacy
services to youth and families experiencing acute challenges.
Responsibilities: Provide 24/7 crisis intervention and
stabilization services, responding to calls within 20 minutes and
offering counseling, guidance, or referrals per the FCIU Operations
Manual. Conduct comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments,
gathering vital family history, school performance, prior/current
services, and additional background information to address the
crisis effectively. Deliver face-to-face intervention services to
families within 24-48 hours of referral unless otherwise specified.
Offer in-home and community-based psychotherapeutic services,
including after-hours availability to accommodate family needs.
Rotate on-call responsibilities for 24/7 crisis intervention,
including weekends and holidays, providing triage and support.
Maintain a caseload of youth referred for unauthorized absences,
family conflict, truancy, or safety concerns, including mental
health diagnoses, legal issues, or high-risk behaviors. Develop,
monitor, and evaluate individualized behavioral or treatment plans,
crisis stabilization strategies, and service goals. Provide
referrals and advocacy for additional services, including
wrap-around therapy, substance use treatment, and
health/nutritional needs. Collaborate with community partners such
as police departments, schools, courts, mental health providers,
and faith-based organizations to coordinate services. Document all
case activity in compliance with policies and regulations,
maintaining strict confidentiality and reporting any high-risk
incidents to the Director of Youth Services. Facilitate
psycho-educational trainings and group discussions with at-risk
youth and families as needed. Prepare family crisis or out-of-home
placement petitions for court, attend proceedings, and provide
progress updates to judges. Establish and nurture relationships
with youth, families, and key stakeholders to foster effective
intervention services. Assist with training new clinicians and
interns, and participate in community outreach presentations.
Attend supervision, peer, team, and agency meetings. Complete
required reports and data sets. Other duties may be assigned.
Spanish speaking preferred, but not necessary. Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in human services and two years of experience
with adolescents. Master's degree in a mental health discipline
with licensure required by New Jersey law (preferred).
Master's-level staff are assigned higher risk cases. Valid drivers
license in good standing. About the Mental Health Association of
Monmouth County Established in 1950, the Mental Health Association
of Monmouth County is a mission-driven 501(c)(3) affiliate of the
Mental Health Association in New Jersey and the national nonprofit
Mental Health America, dedicated to advancing mental health care
and eliminating mental health discrimination. With over 15 free
programs and services, we prioritize prevention, early
intervention, and integrated care, working toward a society where
all individuals are treated with dignity and have the opportunity
to thrive, free from stigma and prejudice. Our mission is to
promote mental health as a critical component of overall wellness.
We provide prevention services for all, offer early identification
and intervention for those at risk, and deliver integrated care and
treatment to those in needwith recovery as the goal.
Keywords: Mental Health Association of Monmouth County, Elizabeth , Family Crisis Clinician, Social Services , Eatontown, New Jersey
