COUNSELOR AIDE - HUNTERDON AREA

Preferred Behavioral Health Group; Flemington (NJ); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

403(b) retirement plan

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Life and AD&D Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible Spending Account

Health Savings Account

Staff training and development

Employee referral bonus

Job summary

Preferred Behavioral Health Group is seeking a Counselor Aide for the CPSAI program at the Hunterdon Office in Flemington, New Jersey. This full-time role supports the Assessment Counselor by managing referrals, scheduling appointments, and handling administrative tasks in a trauma-informed care environment.

You will assist with urine drug screens, maintain required logs, and provide transportation for clients when needed. A high school diploma and a valid NJ driver’s license are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma and valid NJ driver’s license.
• Ability to schedule referrals and manage office calendar.
• Awareness of urine drug screens and chain of custody procedures.

Responsibilities

• Handle all aspects of the referral process, receive and schedule incoming referrals
• Collect urine drug screens in accordance with Chain of Custody procedure
• Conduct home visits as needed and complete chain of custody drug screens.
• Transport clients as instructed and responsible for maintaining the vehicle.

Skills

Highly organized

Proficient communication

Knowledge of addictions

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Program: CPSAI

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 by NJBIZ! Our mission is to change lives and save lives across the state of New Jersey through a Trauma Informed Care culture. 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”, please submit your resume today for consideration!

Job Title: Counselor Aide

Program: CPSAI

Location: Hunterdon Office - Flemington New Jersey

Position Type: Full Time

Salary: $37,500.00

Job Description/Summary

The Counselor Aide is responsible for receiving and scheduling referrals for DCP&P involved adults. The Counselor Aide must be highly organized to keep manage office calendar, distribute urine drug screen results, complete paperwork with clients and maintain all required logs. The Counselor Aide works in a supportive role to the Assessment Counselor, and is comfortable working as a team. The Counselor Aide also collects random urine drugs screens as requested by DCP&P.

Responsibilities

• Handle all aspects of the referral process, receive and schedule incoming referrals
• Collect urine drug screens in accordance with Chain of Custody procedure
• Conduct home visits as needed and complete chain of custody drug screens.
• Transport clients as instructed and responsible for maintaining the vehicle.

Competencies

• Proficiently communicates - written and verbal
• Highly organized
• Knowledge of Addictions Preferred.

Qualifications

• Education - High School Diploma
• License - Valid NJ Driver's License in good standing

Comprehensive Benefits Package

• Medical, Dental and Prescription Insurance
• 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Generous Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Long Term Disability Insurance
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account
• Voluntary Benefits, such as Vision Insurance, Aflac, Pet Insurance
• Staff Training and Development Opportunities
• Employee Referral Bonus program

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