ADMISSIONS COUNSELOR

Preferred Behavioral Health Of New Jersey; Lakewood Township (NJ); Sur place; USD 45 000 - 55 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Preferred Behavioral Health Group is seeking an Admissions Counselor in Lakewood, NJ to conduct comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments for adults seeking recovery services at O.C. Care Management.

The role collaborates with the Program Director on client assignments, ensures proper medical records, and handles referrals outside the department when appropriate. A Master’s in a related field and NJ licensure are required, with CPR/First Aid certification preferred.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in social work, mental health counseling, or similar field.
• Must hold NJ licensure as LSW, LAC, LAMFT, LCSW, LPC, or LMFT.
• Experience working with adults with emotional/behavioral needs.

Responsabilités

• Perform comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments for adults 18+ seeking outpatient Recovery Support Services.
• Collaborate with the Program Director to assign clients to clinical staff.
• Complete medical records and ensure documentation complies with policy.
• Submit required third-party billing documentation and maintain caseload reports.
• Participate in supervision and staff meetings; prepare Individual Service Plans for adults in care.

Connaissances

Biopsychosocial assessment

Documentation

Case management

Computer proficiency

Formation

Master's degree in social work or mental health counseling

NJ licensure as LSW, LAC, LAMFT, LCSW, LPC, or LMFT

Outils

NJSAMS

DSM-5

Description du poste

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ADMISSIONS COUNSELOR

O.C. Care Management Full Time Lakewood - 700 Airport Rd, Lakewood, NJ, US

Salary: $50,000.00 Annually

If you are looking to make an impact by helping others, then Preferred Behavioral Health Group is the place for you! By joining our award-winning team, you will become part of the premier behavioral health organization in New Jersey. PBHG is a dynamic and innovative non-profit organization that was proudly named one of "THE BEST PLACES TO WORK IN NEW JERSEY" for 2024 and 2025 by NJBIZ! Our mission is to change lives and save lives across the state of New Jersey through a Trauma Informed Careculture.

Our staff is at the core of everything we do. We are dedicated to building a diverse team where employees feel a sense of belonging and are valued for their individual contributions. We encourage staff development and embrace a growth mindset. If you are interested in pursuing an exciting and rewarding career while being part of a recognized "Best Place to Work".

Job Title: Admissions Counselor

Program: Recovery Support Services - MICA PC

location: 700 Airport Road, Lakewood New Jersey 08701

Position Type: Full Time

Job Description/Summary

Performs comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments on adults 18+ seeking outpatient Recovery Support Services. Collaborates with Program Director regarding the assignment of clients to clinical staff. Provides referrals outside the department when appropriate.

Responsibilities

• · Conduct comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments and formulate diagnosis:

  o Diagnosis is congruent with assessment content, and assessments completed in compliance with organization policy.

  o Written assessments include, provisional diagnosis, risk category, level of compliance and preliminary treatment plan with recommendations for ongoing treatment.

  o Assessing clients using the Addiction Severity Index in NJSAMS or other standardized clinical interview tool, and diagnosing clients for substance use disorder using the DSM-5

  o Determining the appropriate level of care according to ASAM Criteria;

  · Admits/Refers clients to agency program(s) or external service providers according to current needs and/or clinical recommendation

  o Recommendations include identification of special treatment needs or referral of high‑risk clients.

  o Collaborates with Program Director regarding the assignment of clients to clinical staff.

• Complete medical record documentation:
• o Medical record documentation will comply with organization policy
• o Records will reflect client contact within required time frames
• o Records will reflect referrals for separate assessments as per policy
• o Problem List will reflect current integration of client needs
• Adheres to appointment and office assignment schedule;
• Completes all necessary third‑party billing documentation;
• Ensures accuracy of caseload reports;
• Participates in supervision and attends staff meetings as directed
• Completes all Individual Service Plans with Adult Partial Care clients.
• Must maintain required CPR/First Aid certification.
• Demonstrates computer proficiency as required by job function and duties.· Demonstrates the ability to follow policies and procedures as outlined in the HR Manual and Employee Handbook.

Qualifications

• Education: Master’s degree in social work, mental health counseling, or another recognized mental health discipline
• Licensure: NJ licensure as LSW, LAC, LAMFT, LCSW, LPC, or LMFT,
• Experience: Working with adults with a wide range of emotional and behavioral needs

Pre- and Post-Employment Screening/Testing/Examinations:

• Candidates for this position must submit to a criminal history check.
• Candidates for this position must submit to drug and alcohol screening prior to employment, and in accordance with PBHG policy