Counselor Telehealth OTP

Pinnacle Treatment Centers • Toms River, NJ

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About The Position

As a Telehealth Counselor, you will play a crucial role in the recovery journey of our patients. Pinnacle's unique approach combines passionate care with cutting-edge treatment methods to address the diverse needs of individuals seeking help for substance use disorders. Join us in making a positive impact on the lives of those we serve.

Requirements

• GED / high school diploma or higher.
• CADC certification.
• Maintain state license/CEUs.

Nice To Haves

• LCADC certification.
• Master's degree or higher.
• LCSW certification.
• LPC certification.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the completion of patient databases, treatment plans, progress notes, discharge summaries, and other essential documentation in accordance with applicable federal and state standards and agency policies and procedures.
• Provide patients with orientation regarding objectives of the program, phase system requirements, rules and regulations, sanctions, hours of services, patient rights, and additional information to help patients adjust to the program.
• Assure each patient is assessed and placed according to the treatment phases in accordance with Federal and State standards and agency policies.
• Assure all clinical documentation and patient charts updated in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Counsel patients in crisis situations by identifying patient resources and coping abilities to help patients cope with and resolve crisis.
• Counsel patients who have refused to comply with specific program requirements to increase patient awareness of consequences of noncompliance.
• Arrange referrals to other agencies and resources in the community when appropriate.
• Perform treatment plan reviews.
• Participate in case conferences and case reviews in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Develop and increase knowledge of federal, state, and agency regulations regarding confidentiality, methadone treatment, and substance abuse counseling certification.
• Submit all internal and external correspondence to supervisor for review and approval.
• Complete intakes, facilitate group counseling sessions.
• Collection and testing of urine/swab drug screening following proper chain of custody.
• Secure necessary documentation from patients, when appropriate, to ensure compliance with established policies and procedures.
• Submit monthly and quarterly statistical reports to supervisor.
• Attend supervisions as scheduled.
• Attend team meetings and complete all training courses timely as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation based on experience, education, and licensure.
• Clear advancement opportunities through our Counselor Tier Program.
• Monthly performance-based bonuses.
• Eligibility for the Student Loan Repayment Program.
• Free access to over 600 CEU courses.
• 18 days of PTO and 8 paid holidays.
• Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives.
• Free Clinical Supervision available.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Social Assistance
• Education Level: High school or GED