Certified Alcohol & Drug Counselor - Per Diem |Behavioral Health Services - Evergreen |24365

Bergen New Bridge Medical Center; Paramus (NJ); On-site; USD 42,062 - 59,907; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans

Generous time off policy

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Paramus, New Jersey is seeking a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor. The candidate will assess and diagnose clients, develop treatment plans, and provide counseling services. This role requires at least 3000 hours of supervised experience, relevant certifications, and strong communication skills. The position offers a salary of $37.01 per hour and includes a comprehensive benefits package focused on work-life balance and professional growth.

Qualifications

• At least 3000 hours of supervised work experience in substance use disorder counseling.
• An understanding of addiction treatments, including pharmacology.
• Heart Saver/CPR certification is required.
• BLS certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess clients using standardized assessment tools and diagnose substance disorders.
• Develop written treatment plans that are client-centered.
• Provide substance abuse counseling services as specified in treatment plans.
• Participate in a multidisciplinary team for assigned clients.

Skills

Assessment skills

Counseling skills

Cultural competence

Good oral and written communication skills

Excellent organizational skills

Bilingual skills (Spanish, etc.)

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

270 hours of alcohol and drug education

Job description

Join Our Team at New Bridge Medical Center!

We are dedicated to providing high-quality, compassionate care to our diverse community. As a leading healthcare provider, we offer a supportive and inclusive work environment. If you’re passionate about making a difference and thrive in a collaborative setting, New Bridge Medical Center is looking for a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor.

Position Responsibilities

• Assessing clients using ASI or other standardized assessment tools and for adolescents using CASI or other evidence-based validated assessment tool, and diagnosing clients for substance disorders using the DSM-IV-TR.
• Determining the appropriate level of care based on ASAM PPC-2R.
• Obtaining previous records that are relevant to the current treatment episode.
• Collaborating with the client in order to develop a written treatment plan that is client-centered and recovery oriented and includes goals and measurable objectives.
• Providing the substance abuse counseling services specified in the client treatment plan; N.J.A.C. 10:161A-1.9.
• Reviewing clients throughout the treatment episode according to ASAM PPC-2R, to determine the need for continued services or discharge/transfer.
• Reviewing and, where necessary, revising the substance abuse counseling portion of the client treatment plan to address emerging problems.
• Developing the client discharge/transfer plans to ensure movement to the appropriate levels of care.
• Contacting referral sources, providing case consultation and coordination with referral sources (for example: mental health treatment providers, criminal justice agencies, schools, employers, the Division of Youth and Family Services).
• Participating as a member of a multidisciplinary team for assigned clients.
• Providing active case consultation; and documenting all counseling and education services, assessments, reassessments, referrals, and follow-up in the client's clinical record, providing appropriate signatures and dating of such entries, including those made in electronic records.
• Performs all duties with respect, dignity, and impunity according to the ethics of the hospital, adductions field and training, NJ state laws and acts as an advocate for the patients within NBMC, with other facilities establishing positive working relationships within the hospital and the broader community. Dedicated to patients' rights and commitment to confidentiality are expected.
• Makes all required appointments for patients regarding treatment.
• Works with staff to insure the best treatment recovery outcomes and quality services for patients served.
• Sends signed release to other providers and reports findings to staff once collateral info is received. Files collateral information properly according to each patient.
• Makes recommendations regarding the needs of the patient from an addiction and recovery perspective.
• Completes chart audits under senior staff's guidance.
• Notifies Security Department when/if the need arises to ensure the safety of the patient, community, staff and/or property. Informs Emergency Room staff that an immediate evaluation may need to be performed.
• Attends scheduled supervisory sessions.
• Makes recommendations to Program Director/Senior Staff regarding improvement needs and suggests resolutions which may enhance quality of treatment and delivery of services.
• Participates in same gender urine screenings.
• Accepts the policy and need for random staff drug testing.
• Understands and adheres to the Medical Center's Code of Conduct, Dress Codes, and Ethical Standards.
• Familiar with the Medical Center's Mission, Vision, and Values Statements.

Other Job Duties

• Actively participates in all required department meetings.
• Attends related in-services, workshops, and conferences, as assigned.
• Performs other related duties as required.
• Performs other duties as assigned to support the overall objectives of the department and organization.

Position Qualifications

• At least 3000 hours of supervised work experience in a substance use disorder counseling environment.
• An understanding of addiction treatments, including pharmacology.
• Assessment skills.
• Counseling skills.
• Reporting and record keeping.
• Cultural competence.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Speaks, reads, and writes English to the extent required by the position.
• Bilingual skills are a plus (Spanish, etc.)
• Heart Saver/CPR certification is required.
• BLS certification is preferred.

Education / Licensure

High School Diploma or equivalent required.

Completion of 270 hours of alcohol and drug education, approved by member boards of the International Certification Reciprocity Consortium (IC&RC) [APCBNJ in New Jersey or its successor], or a regionally accredited college or university which shall be related to the knowledge and skill associated with the functions of an alcohol and drug counselor.

Completion of required continued education coursework, annually.

Job Setting / Physical Demands

Program locations; contact with patients, families, and staff.

Somewhat sedentary, but mobility required.

Occasionally lifts, positions, pushes and/or transfers patients.

Occasional heavy physical effort when de-escalating out of control patients.

Subject to varying and unpredictable situations.

Handles emergency and crisis situations.

Salary

$37.01 per hour

We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including a competitive medical, dental, and vision plans. We prioritize work-life balance with a generous time off policy that includes ample vacation days, personal time, sick leave and nine paid holidays. Additionally, we are committed to the personal and professional growth of our employees, offering robust tuition reimbursement and continuing education programs to help support our employees ongoing development.

Additional Qualifications / Education

Required: Diploma

Licenses & Certifications

Required: Cert Alcohol/Drug Cnslr

Equal Opportunity Employer

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