ASSESSMENT COUNSELOR - JERSEY CITY AREA

PREFERRED BEHAVIORAL HEALTH OF NEW JERSEY•Jersey City, NJ

6h•Onsite

About The Position

Preferred Behavioral Health Group is a dynamic and innovative non-profit organization recognized as one of "THE BEST PLACES TO WORK IN NEW JERSEY" for both 2024 and 2025. Their mission is to change and save lives across New Jersey through a Trauma Informed Care culture, valuing diversity, belonging, and staff development. The CPSAI Assessment Counselor is responsible for completing substance use assessments for DCP&P caregivers and coordinating appropriate referrals for treatment.

Requirements

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

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