Job Title: CPSAI Assessment Counselor
Program: CPSAI
Position Type: Full Time
Location: Main Office Willowbrook Blvd. Wayne New 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;
Competencies
- Proficiently communicates - written and verbal
- Knowledge of Substance Use Disorders
- Bilingual in Spanish a plus
Qualifications
Education Associates, Bachelors Degree or CADC
Comprehensive Benefits Package:
o Medical and Dental Insurance
o 403(b) Retirement Plan
o Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
o Disability and Life Insurance
o Employee Assistance Program
o Voluntary Benefits, such as Vision Insurance, Aflac, Pet Insurance
o Training opportunities
o Employee Referral Bonus program
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