BILINGUAL ASSESSMENT COUNSELOR - WAYNE AREA
About The Position
If you are looking to make an impact by helping others, then Preferred Behavioral Health Group is the place for you! By joining our award-winning team, you will become part of the premier behavioral health organization in New Jersey. PBHG is a dynamic and innovative non-profit organization that was proudly named one of "THE BEST PLACES TO WORK IN NEW JERSEY" for 2024 by NJBIZ! Our mission is to change lives and save lives across the state of New Jersey through a Trauma Informed Care culture. Our staff is at the core of everything we do. We are dedicated to building a diverse team where employees feel a sense of belonging and are valued for their individual contributions. We encourage staff development and embrace a growth mindset. If you are interested in pursuing an exciting and rewarding career while being part of a recognized “Best Place to Work”, please submit your resume today! 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
Nice To Haves
- Bilingual in Spanish a plus
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 professional 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, Dental and Prescription Insurance
- 403(b) Retirement Plan
- Generous Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
- Long Term Disability Insurance
- Life and AD&D Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account
- Voluntary Benefits, such as Vision Insurance, Aflac, Pet Insurance
- Staff Training and Development Opportunities
- Employee Referral Bonus program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
Number of Employees
251-500 employees
