Certified Alcohol & Drug Counselor - Per Diem |Behavioral Health Services - Evergreen |24365

Position Responsibilities

• Assessing clients using ASI or using other standardized assessment tools and for adolescents using the CASI or using other evidence-based validated assessment tools, and diagnosing clients for substance disorders using the DSM-IV-TR.
• Determining the appropriate level of care based on ASAM PPC-2R.
• Obtaining previous records that are relevant to the current treatment episode.
• Collaborating with the client in order to develop a written treatment plan that is client-centered and recovery oriented and includes goals and measurable objectives.
• Providing the substance abuse counseling services specified in the client treatment plan; N.J.A.C. 10:161A-1.9.
• Reviewing clients throughout the treatment episode according to ASAM PPC-2R, to determine the need for continued services or discharge/transfer.
• Reviewing and, where necessary, revising the substance abuse counseling portion of the client treatment plan to address emerging problems.
• Developing the client discharge/transfer plans to ensure movement to the appropriate levels of care.
• Contacting referral sources, providing case consultation and coordination with referral sources (for example: mental health treatment providers, criminal justice agencies, schools, employers, the Division of Youth and Family Services).
• Participating as a member of a multidisciplinary team for assigned clients.
• Participating in active case consultation; and documenting all counseling and education services, assessments, reassessments, referrals, and follow-up in the client's clinical record, providing appropriate signatures and dating of such entries, including those made in electronic records.
• Makes all required appointments for patients regarding treatment.
• Works with staff to insure the best treatment recovery outcomes and quality services for patients served.
• Sends signed release to other providers and reports findings to staff once collateral info is received. Files collateral information properly according to each patient.
• Makes recommendations regarding the needs of the patient from an addiction and recovery perspective.
• Completes chart audits under senior staff's guidance.
• Notifies Security Department when/if the need arises to ensure the safety of the patient, community, staff and/or property.
• Informs Emergency Room staff that an immediate evaluation may need to be performed.
• Attends scheduled supervisory sessions.
• Makes recommendations to Program Director/Senior Staff regarding improvement needs and suggests resolutions which may enhance quality of treatment and delivery of services.
• Participates in same gender urine screenings.
• Accepts the policy and need for random staff drug testing.
• Understands and adheres to the Medical Center's Code of Conduct, Dress Codes, and Ethical Standards.
• Familiar with the Medical Center's Mission, Vision, and Values Statements.

Qualifications

• At least 3000 hours of supervised work experience in a substance use disorder counseling environment.
• An understanding of addiction treatments, including pharmacology.
• Assessment skills.
• Counseling skills.
• Reporting and record keeping.
• Cultural competence.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Speaks, reads, and writes English to the extent required by the position.
• Bilingual skills are a plus (Spanish, etc.).
• Heart Saver/CPR certification is required.
• BLS certification is preferred.

Education/Licensure

• A High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of 270 hours of alcohol and drug education, approved by member boards of the International Certification Reciprocity Consortium (IC&RC) [APCBNJ in New Jersey or its successor], or a regionally accredited college or university which shall be related to the knowledge and skill associated with the functions of an alcohol and drug counselor.
• Completion of required continued education coursework, annually.

Benefits

• We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including a competitive medical, dental, and vision plans.
• We prioritize work-life balance with a generous time off policy that includes ample vacation days, personal time, sick leave and nine paid holidays.
• We are committed to the personal and professional growth of our employees, offering robust tuition reimbursement and continuing education programs to help support our employees ongoing development.