Certified Alcohol Drug Counselor/Intern Student for CADC

ADVANCED FAMILY COUNSELING SERVICES; New Jersey; Vor Ort; USD 21.000 - 28.000; Teilzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Competitive Compensation

Great Work Environment

Career Advancement Opportunities

Zusammenfassung

ADVANCED FAMILY COUNSELING SERVICES in New Jersey seeks a CADC intern under supervision to evaluate, counsel, and case-manage adults with substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health issues.

You will perform assessments, participate in treatment planning, provide individual and group therapy, coordinate with external agencies, and maintain accurate records in EHRs including NJSAMS.

Qualifikationen

• New Jersey CADC credential in good standing.
• Bachelor's degree in psychology, social work, or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of SUD, the DSM-5, and 12-step or recovery principles.

Aufgaben

• Clinical Assessments: Conduct standardized intake evaluations, including ASI, determine levels of care using ASAM criteria.
• Treatment Planning: Create individualized, recovery-oriented treatment plans with clients.
• Counseling: Facilitate individual, group, and family therapy using evidence-based practices like CBT and MAT.
• Case Management: Coordinate care with external entities and make community referrals.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate clinical records in EHR systems, including NJSAMS.

Kenntnisse

Clinical assessments

Treatment planning

Counseling

Case management

Documentation

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in psychology or social work

CADC internship readiness

Jobbeschreibung

Job Description

Benefits/Perks

• Competitive Compensation
• Great Work Environment
• Career Advancement Opportunities

* MUST HAVE A VALID CERTIFICATION FOR CADC-CERTIFIED ALCOHOL AND DRUG COUNSELOR

Job Summary

• Under the supervision of a licensed professional (such as an LCADC-CCS), the CADC / CADC Internship evaluates, counsels, and case-manages adults with Substance Use Disorders and co-occurring mental health disorders

Responsibilities

• Clinical Assessments: Conduct standardized intake evaluations, including the Addiction Severity Index (ASI), and determine levels of care using ASAM criteria.
• Treatment Planning: Collaborate with clients to create individualized, person-centered, and recovery-oriented treatment plans.
• Counseling: Facilitate individual, group, and family therapy sessions using evidence-based practices like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT).
• Case Management: Coordinate care with external entities (e.g., criminal justice systems, probation, housing) and make community referrals.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate, timely clinical records in Electronic Health Records (EHR) systems, frequently using the New Jersey Substance Abuse Monitoring System (NJSAMS).

Qualifications

• New Jersey CADC credential in good standing.
• Bachelor’s degree in psychology, social work, or a related field (frequently preferred).
• Strong knowledge of SUD, the DSM-5, and 12-step or recovery principles.

CADC Internship

• Shadowing & Assisting: Assist senior counselors in conducting preliminary interviews and orientation sessions for new clients.
• Group Facilitation: Co-facilitate or lead psycho-educational classes and support groups under supervision.
• Caseload Support: Manage a reduced caseload or support senior staff in daily client monitoring.
• Core Functions Training: Receive ongoing training in screening, crisis intervention, referral, and consultation.
• Record Keeping: Learn and execute proper clinical charting, progress note-taking, and documentation of client histories.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma (Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred).
  Enrolled in, or recently completed, an approved ADC/CADC educational curriculum.
  Registered with the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs as a CADC Intern