Assessment Counselor - Hudson South

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Job Title:

CPSAI Assessment Counselor

Program: CPSAI

Position Type:
Full Time

Address:
Hudson South - Gateway Plaza 4th Floor, 1 Harmon Meadow Blvd, Secaucus New Jersey 07094

Minimum Starting Rate/Salary: $43,000.00

The CPSAI Assessment Counselor is responsible for completing substance use assessments for DCP&P caregivers and coordinating appropriate referrals for treatment.

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;

• 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

• 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

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