Behavioral Health & Detox Clinical Coordinator (LCADC with CCS

About Us

Welcome to Hudson Regional Health

Technology Transforming Care

Hudson Regional Health is a newly unified healthcare network serving Hudson County through four hospitals.

Together, these hospitals form a single, integrated system with a shared vision- to deliver modern, patient-first care supported by innovation. From robotic-assisted surgery and AI-powered diagnostics to real-time monitoring and precision neurosurgery, HRH is redefining what’s possible in community healthcare.

Patients across the region now have access to state-of-the-art procedures and nationally recognized specialists, all within a connected, local network designed to put care first.

Our Services

We focus on the care our patients need most, delivered with precision, innovation, and a commitment to excellence.

• Advanced Emergency Services - 24/7 emergency departments across all four hospitals
• Robotic-Assisted Surgery - featuring the Da Vinci XI and ExcelsiusGPS systems
• Neurosurgery & Spine Care - including Stealth Navigation and precision-guided treatment
• Women’s Health & Maternity
  -comprehensive services tailored for every stage
• Imaging & Diagnostics - AI-enhanced systems for faster, more accurate results
• Outpatient & Specialty Care - coordinated care across multiple disciplines

Our Hospitals

Explore our hospitals and discover care that’s high-tech, high-touch, and close to home:

• Secaucus University Hospital, Flagship campus featuring the Robotic Surgery Institute and modernized emergency care.
• Bayonne University Hospital, A full-service community hospital offering personalized acute care.
• Hoboken University Hospital, A local leader in women’s health, family medicine, and outpatient services.
• The Heights University Hospital (Jersey City), Expanding access to state-of-the-art care in the heart of Jersey City.

Department:

Behavioral Health

FLSA Status:

Exempt

Reports To:

Patient Care Director

Schedule:

Monday
- Friday, 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM (occasional evenings/weekends as needed)

Travel:

Minimal; up to 15%

Patient Populations:

Adults (18-70) and Geriatric (55+)

Caseload / Clinical Oversight:

Direct clinical oversight and case review are assigned based on active unit census, patient acuity, and staffing levels at any given time; carries clinical supervisory responsibility for all detox unit counseling staff.

The Behavioral Health Coordinator provides operational and clinical leadership for the Acute Medical Detox Unit. This role oversees admissions, utilization management, patient programming, regulatory compliance, and community relations, while serving as a key liaison between clinical staff, providers, and organizational leadership. The position carries clinical supervisory responsibility for detox unit counseling staff and requires a candidate with strong administrative acumen and a solid behavioral health background.

Reflects the general distribution of weekly effort across core responsibilities; actual allocation may vary based on census and operational needs.

Responsibility Area

% of Time

Direct clinical care, assessments, and patient programming

35%

Clinical supervision of detox unit counseling staff

20%

Utilization management, documentation, and regulatory compliance

25%

Administrative duties, community relations, and program development

20%

Clinical & Program Oversight

• Oversee daily operations of the Acute Medical Detox Unit, including patient programming, admissions, referrals, and discharge planning.
• Serve as primary liaison with physicians, referring providers, courts, and community agencies throughout the referral, admission, and discharge continuum.
• Review newly admitted patient accounts for insurance eligibility and authorization daily; coordinate ongoing utilization management and case review.
• Complete and document patient progress notes, assessments, reassessments, and clinical needs in the electronic health record in a timely manner.
• Facilitate individual and group therapeutic interventions in accordance with each patient's diagnosis, treatment plan, and clinical needs.
• Maintain direct clinical oversight of the unit's active caseload, with assignment adjusted as needed…