Gambling Disorder Clinician

The Gambling Disorder Clinician will provide comprehensive treatment and case management services to individuals with a dual diagnosis of gambling disorder and co-occurring mental health (MH) and/or substance use disorder (SUD). The clinician will integrate gambling disorder-specific interventions into the ongoing care plan, focusing on both the treatment and recovery support for individuals struggling with gambling addiction. This role is part of a state-funded initiative aimed at enhancing gambling disorder services in licensed MH and SUD treatment settings.

Key Responsibilities Screening and Assessment:
Implement evidence-based gambling disorder screenings for all individuals at intake using the Brief Psychosocial Gambling Screen (BPGS) and conduct full assessments for those identified as at-risk with other gambling screening tools.

Treatment Planning:
Develop and integrate gambling-specific treatment plans, ensuring a holistic approach that addresses both gambling and co-occurring MH/SUD issues.

Clinical Interventions:
Provide individual, group, and family therapy focused on gambling disorder using evidence-based practices such as CBT, DBT, and MI.Psychoeducation:
Conduct psychoeducation sessions on gambling disorder for consumers and their families, increasing awareness of the disorder’s impact and recovery options.

Recovery Support:
Facilitate recovery support services, including connections to Gamblers Anonymous, SMART recovery, financial counseling, and peer recovery services.

Case Management:
Assist individuals with the social, financial, and legal consequences of gambling addiction, ensuring access to additional community resources and services.

Documentation and Reporting:
Maintain accurate and comprehensive clinical documentation and comply with state reporting requirements, including tracking service delivery and outcomes.

Training and Supervision:
Participate in required DMHAS-sponsored training, including the 30-hour gambling-specific training at Rutgers University. Educate agency staff on gambling disorder and related services.

Collaboration:

Work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to ensure integrated care and liaise with external agencies for continued consumer support.

Hours Full time; full time positions include the following benefits:
3.2 weeks of Paid Time Off during the first year Medical, vision, dental and life insurance
403(b) employee participation and employer match9 Agency-paid holidays

Tuition Reimbursement after 1 year of employment

Education & Experience Required Licensure: CADC or LCADC with LAC, LPC, LCSW, LSW, or equivalent. Commitment to pursuing International Certification in Gambling Counseling (ICGC) Level I or II within 2 years

Education:

Master’s in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or a related behavioral health field.

Experience:

A minimum of 1 year experience with gambling disorders, SUD, or MH issues preferred.

Skills:

Strong clinical skills in EBPs for gambling disorder, including CBT and MI. Ability to manage co-occurring disorders in treatment plans.

Cultural Competence:
Ability to deliver culturally competent care, adhering National CLAS standards.

Technology:
Proficiency in electronic health records (EHR) and case management systems.

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