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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, 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

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