CIS Developmental Disabilities Specialist

Responsibilities

• Attend CSOC Developmental Disabilities meetings
• Gather, maintain, and organize resources for youth with DD
• Assist caregivers with DD application as required
• Assist other CIS staff to link clients to appropriate DD resources
• Provide crisis intervention and de-escalation services to clients and families
• Review cases with supervisor, formulate diagnosis, assess appropriate treatment and case management interventions, and coordinate care
• Complete agency and DHS required paperwork in a timely fashion and maintain updated records on all clients assigned
• Deliver on DD specialist responsibilities and provide Crisis Response services 24/7
• Develop and implement Individual Crisis Plans and re-evaluate clients' needs throughout treatment
• Make at least weekly calls to clients, documenting interactions in a timely manner
• Work a combination of day and evening shift hours, with potential for weekend work

Requirements

• A Master's Degree in human services-oriented field, with a degree in special education preferred
• One year prior experience providing treatment services to children or adolescents
• A valid NJ Driver's License with a clean driving record
• If Social Work degree, preference for being a NJ LSW

Pay

Annual Salary Range: $65,000.00 - $75,000.00 Based on experience

About Us

CPC Behavioral Healthcare Inc. is a nonprofit organization providing mental health services to Monmouth County residents since 1962. Services focus on creating healthy lives for adults and children, offering evidence-based treatment for various mental health and substance abuse issues.