Workplace Mental Health Counselor

Workplace Mental Health Counselor

Requisition ID

2025-18889

Category

Corporate and Support Services

Status

1099 Contractor

Overview

We're Hiring : Workplace Mental Health Counselor

Location : Moorestown, NJ

Employment Type : 1099 contractor, 22-26 hrs / week- Hybrid

Duration : 6 month pilot with potential for extension

Department : Human Resources / Benefits

Reports To : CHRO

Are you a mental health professional looking to make an impact in the workplace?

Bancroft is hiring a Workplace Mental Health Counselor (Contractor) to provide assessment, consultation, and critical incident response for employees. This role supports a culture of well-being through practical, short-term interventions and strategic collaboration with HR and leadership.

Responsibilities

This hybrid role-offering both on-site and virtual support-focuses on short-term, solution-oriented consultation and triage rather than ongoing therapy. The Counselor helps employees access the right level of care through Bancroft's Employee Assistance Program (EAP), in-network providers, or community-based resources. In collaboration with Human Resources, the Crisis Response Team, and Clinical Professionals, the Counselor also offers emotional debriefing, and expert guidance following workplace incidents or events that may affect psychological safety and morale.

Provide confidential, short-term counseling or consultation sessions for employees seeking support for workplace-related or personal concerns.

• Assess presenting issues and determine appropriate next steps, including referral to EAP, insurance-based therapy providers, or other community resources.
• Support HR and organizational leadership in responding to workplace events that may impact staff well-being (e.g., critical incidents, deaths, or traumatic situations).
• Facilitate debriefing or group support sessions following critical incidents, when requested.
• Partner with Bancroft's Crisis Response Team where appropriate, to support workplace incidents and events
• Serve as a trusted, neutral mental health resource within the organization, fostering psychological safety and resilience.
• Document consultations and referrals in a manner consistent with privacy requirements and organizational practices.
• Consult with HR regarding mental health trends or staff needs observed through aggregate, de-identified data (no individual-level disclosures).
• Offer educational sessions and workshops focused on stress management, resilience, and mental health awareness.
• Participate in periodic check-ins or meetings with HR leadership to evaluate program effectiveness and identify opportunities for enhancement.

Qualifications

Education and Experience :

Active licensures as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) strongly preferred.

What Sets You Apart :

What You'll Love About Bancroft

The current compensation range for this position is : $29-$40 per hour

About Bancroft

At Bancroft, you'll do more than just make an impact. We are a care team of 2,700 employees across 200+ facilities and homes in NJ, PA, and DE committed to making a lasting difference in the lives of the people we serve and their loved ones. Together, we work diligently and compassionately, to improve the lives of the people we serve. Find your purpose and more at Bancroft.

Real Life. Real Purpose.

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EEO Statement

Bancroft stands strong against racism and hate of all kinds and supports actions leading to respect, equality, fairness and peace. We advocate for and embrace an inclusive and just world. One World. For Everyone. We work with heart, respect and collaboration. We are communicators, listeners, problem solvers, partners and collaborators. Bring your authentic self to our team. Bancroft is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and supports diversity, equity and inclusion in its hiring and employment practices, so that every team member can feel a true sense of belonging, and maximize their unique potential. To this end, all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. #CORP

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