LPC Child & Adolescent Therapist (Remote, NJ)

As a Child & Adolescent Therapist at InStride Health, you will be responsible for delivering evidence-based individual and group therapy to children, adolescents, and their families. You will work closely with a care team that includes coaches and psychiatrists, using measurement-based care to inform your treatment planning. Furthermore, you’ll facilitate skills practice groups, contribute feedback on program development, and maintain thorough documentation to ensure quality treatment outcomes.

To be considered for the Child & Adolescent Therapist role at InStride Health, you must have a Master's degree from an accredited program and hold a valid LPC license in New Jersey. A strong background in treating children and adolescents with anxiety and related disorders is essential, along with experience in evidence-based treatment methodologies like CBT, ACT, and DBT. Excellent communication skills and computer literacy are also important for your success in this remote position.

Yes, the Child & Adolescent Therapist position at InStride Health is fully remote. This allows you the flexibility to work from home while still making a positive impact in the lives of children and families across New Jersey. We believe in a work-life balance that supports your well-being while enabling you to deliver essential mental health care.

InStride Health offers an attractive benefits package for Child & Adolescent Therapists, including a 401k plan with matching contributions, flexible paid time off, generous holidays, a four-week paid sabbatical, and a 12-week paid parental leave policy. Health benefits start on your first day, underscoring our commitment to taking care of our team. Joining us means being part of a mission-driven company with a supportive work culture.

At InStride Health, we prioritize diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) as core values within our team culture. We recognize that a diverse workforce enhances our ability to provide quality care to families from all walks of life. We actively foster an inclusive environment where all contributions are valued, ensuring that every employee feels respected and empowered in their role as a Child & Adolescent Therapist.

When answering this question, highlight specific experiences you’ve had in treating young clients, including the types of therapy you’ve employed and the outcomes achieved. Discuss your familiarity with evidence-based practices such as CBT or ACT, and provide examples that showcase your rapport with children and their families.

In your response, mention the specific therapies you are trained in, such as CBT, ACT, or DBT. Explain why you favor these modalities for treating anxiety and related disorders in children and adolescents, illustrating how they fit within the InStride Health model of care.

Detail your process in developing individualized treatment plans, including how you assess needs, set goals, and choose therapeutic approaches. Emphasize the importance of collaboration with parents and caregivers in this process while mentioning the role of measurement-based care.

Choose a specific case that reflects complexity and the measures you took to address it. Discuss the strategies you employed, what you learned from the experience, and how it has informed your practice as a Child & Adolescent Therapist.

Highlight your comfort level with different technologies used in therapy, such as telehealth platforms, digital tools for assessments, or online resources. Share examples of how technology has facilitated care delivery and enhanced client engagement in a remote setting.

Discuss your understanding of HIPAA regulations alongside the strategies you employ to create a safe environment for clients. Elaborate on how you build trust with both children and their parents while maintaining confidentiality in your practice.

Describe your approach to teamwork, emphasizing communication and shared goals. Give examples of how you have effectively worked with psychiatrists, coaches, or other mental health professionals to provide comprehensive care for your clients.

Explain your strategies for involving parents and caregivers, such as regular updates on treatment progress, educational resources, and collaborative goal-setting. Stress the importance of their active participation in supporting their child's mental health journey.

Talk about your receptive attitude toward feedback and how you use it to refine your practice. Mention specific instances where feedback has led to improvements in your therapeutic methods or client engagement.

Articulate your alignment with InStride Health’s mission and values. Share your enthusiasm for their innovative approach to mental health care and your desire to contribute to a team dedicated to improving mental health outcomes for children and families.