ASSESSMENT COUNSELOR - JERSEY CITY AREA

PREFERRED BEHAVIORAL HEALTH OF NEW JERSEY•Jersey City, NJ

1d•$40,000

About The Position

The CPSAI Assessment Counselor is responsible for completing substance use assessments for DCP&P caregivers and coordinating appropriate referrals for treatment.

Requirements

Education Associates, Bachelors Degree or CADC
Valid New Jersey Driver's License in good standing
Proficiently communicates - written and verbal
Knowledge of Substance Use Disorders

Responsibilities

Thoroughly completes all assigned tasks within prescribed time frames and demonstrates reliability with consistent follow up;
Complies with work schedule as negotiated with supervisor;
Demonstrates collegial attitude and cooperative behavior with co-workers within department/program;
Seeks appropriate and timely consultation from supervisor, and takes initiative to report relevant issues to supervisor;
Plans and coordinates all substance abuse services and monitors compliance;
Keeps DCP&P informed of client status according to CPSAI guidelines and providing DCP&P with appropriate notifications that require their signature;
Completes all reports in a timely manner and obtains DCP&P signature on all necessary forms. Provides copies of these forms to DCP&P;
Completes Progress Notes (including Initial Assessment Note) and all communication with client and case conferences with DCP&P;
Submits monthly tracking form to Administrative Assistant within the first week of the month;
Enters referrals into NJSAMS upon receipt and update accordingly, level of care changes and discharge;