ASSESSMENT COUNSELOR - SECAUCUS AREA

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Job Title :  CPSAI Assessment Counselor

Program :  CPSAI

Position Type :  Full Time

Address :   1 Harmon Meadow Blvd Secaucus, NJ 07094

438 Summit Avenue Jersey City, NJ 07306

Minimum Starting Rate / Salary :  $40,000.00

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 collegial 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

Qualifications

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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Compensation details : 40000 Yearly Salary

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