Travel Social Work - Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Newark, NJ
Amergis Healthcare Staffing, Inc.-Allied
5x8 hrs, Days
$2,444/weekOverview
- Start Date08/17/2026
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration21 weeks
Pay
- Estimated taxable pay$750/week
- Estimated non-taxable stipends$1,694/week
Description
Position: Licensed Mental Health Professional (LCSW, LPC, LMFT, Psychologist, or similar)
Schedule: Mon-Fri, 8:30am-5:00pm, 37.5 hours/week, no weekends, holidays, or on-call
Pay: $56/hr local | $2,444/week travel (full-time only)
Setting: University Counseling Center – Young Adult/College Student Population
Additional Details:
- Start Date: Aug 17, 2026 or ASAP
- Contract Length: Fall Semester through Dec 18, 2026
- Master's or Doctoral degree required
- Independent licensure required
- Experience with young adults/college-age population strongly preferred
- Background in risk assessment, crisis intervention, individual counseling, and group therapy
- Experience working with diverse student populations preferred
Employer
Amergis Healthcare Staffing, Inc.-Allied
Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has connected the nation’s top talent to a variety of healthcare and educational partners since 1988. We achieved a pioneering certification with the Joint Commission in 2008 and have since evolved into one of the foremost staffing companies in the United States. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of professionals, across health systems, government facilities, or schools. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions. Our commitment to a higher standard of service has fueled our growth, solidifying our nationwide and local presence in healthcare and education.
About Newark, NJ
As a Travel Clinical Social Worker in Newark, NJ here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Newark, NJ is higher than the national average.
- Wages may not fully match up with the higher cost of living.
- The average high in summer is around 85°F, and the average low in winter is around 24°F.
- Short term rentals are available, but they may not be as easy to find compared to some other cities.
- Newark is car-friendly, but it also has a good public transportation system including buses, trains, and light rail.
- Newark is a diverse city with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include asthma and diabetes.
- There is a large population of travel nurses due to the presence of several major hospitals.
- There are plenty of restaurants offering diverse cuisines, and the city has a vibrant arts and music scene.
- Sports enthusiasts can enjoy games at the Prudential Center.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can explore parks and nearby hiking trails.
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