ASSESSMENT COUNSELOR - JERSEY CITY AREA

PREFERRED BEHAVIORAL HEALTH OF NEW JERSEY • Jersey City, NJ

7h • $40,000 • Onsite

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

• 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

Benefits

• Medical and Dental Insurance
• 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Disability and Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Voluntary Benefits, such as Vision Insurance, Aflac, Pet Insurance
• Training opportunities
• Employee Referral Bonus program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree