Assessment Counselor - Warren Area

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Full Time WARREN, Washington, NJ, US

4 days ago Requisition

Salary: $43,000.00 Annually

Job Title: CPSAI Assessment Counselor

Program: CPSAI

Position Type:
Full Time

Location:
Main Office 415 E Washington Avenue, Washington Jew Jersey

Salary $43,000.00

Job Description/Summary

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

Responsibilities

• 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 professional 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
• Bilingual in Spanish a plus

Qualifications

• Education Associates, Bachelors Degree or CADC

• Medical, Dental and Prescription Insurance
• 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Generous Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Long Term Disability Insurance
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account
• Voluntary Benefits, such as Vision Insurance, Aflac, Pet Insurance
• Staff Training and Development Opportunities