Cadc

Morris County Aftercare Center•Denville, NJ

About The Position

The CADC provides individual and group counseling for people with substance use disorders who are receiving medically assisted treatment. The role may also include intake, assessment, case management, ongoing assessment of program eligibility, monitoring care and client services, and psycho-educational classes, at the discretion of the Clinical Director. The CADC develops treatment plans, facilitates required Cognitive Behavioral Intensive Outpatient groups and classes, provides referrals and case management, participates in case conferences and multidisciplinary team meetings, and supports discharge planning. The role maintains client charts and documentation in accordance with licensure standards and manages a caseload of at least 50 clients, including ensuring assigned clients meet court stipulations.

Requirements

Must have an active/current CADC license.
Knowledge of the drug and alcohol field.
Positive attitude toward clients served.
Professionalism and a constructive approach to problem-solving.
Valid driver's license.
Good organizational skills.

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of NJSAMS is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide alcohol and substance abuse counseling in individual and group formats.
Facilitate required Cognitive Behavioral Intensive Outpatient groups and classes.
Develop a comprehensive treatment plan that meets each client's needs.
Conduct NJSAMS intake assessments.
Provide clients with information about community and agency services, and make appropriate referrals on their behalf.
Use case management skills.
Participate in case conferences with clients and present cases at Multidisciplinary Team meetings.
Complete discharge planning.
Maintain client charts according to licensure standards.
Ensure all services are supported by a care plan and case note documentation.
Maintain a caseload of at least 50 clients.
Ensure assigned clients meet all court stipulations.
Perform all duties in accordance with licensure standards.
As directed by the Clinical Director, provide intake, assessment, ongoing program-eligibility assessment, care and client-service monitoring, and psycho-educational classes.