Assessment Counselor - Mercer Area

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If you are interested in pursuing an exciting and rewarding career while being part of a recognized “ Best Place to Work ”, please submit your resume today! Job Title: CPSAI Assessment Counselor Program: CPSAI Position Type: Full Time Location: Office 120 South Stockton Street Floor 2, Trenton New Jersey 08625 Salary $42,000.

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; Competencies Proficiently communicates - written and verbal Knowledge of Substance Use Disorders Bilingual in Spanish a plus Qualifications Education Associates, Bachelors Degree or CADC New Jersey Drivers License in good standing Comprehensive Benefits Package: o Medical, Dental and Prescription Insurance o 403(b) Retirement Plan o Generous Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays o Long Term Disability Insurance o Life and AD&D Insurance o Employee Assistance Program o Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account o Voluntary Benefits, such as Vision Insurance, Aflac, Pet Insurance o Staff Training and Development Opportunities o Employee Referral Bonus program eoe