Family Support Center Coordinator / Case Manager

Care Plus NJ, Inc.; New Jersey; On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life & AD&D insurance

STD & LTD coverage

Vacation, Personal, and Sick time

401k Plan and Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Discount and Rewards Program

Continuing education and loan-forgives

Job summary

CarePlus New Jersey has long provided mental health and addiction services across northern New Jersey. We are seeking a Family Support Center Coordinator / Case Manager to deliver administrative support, family education, and advocacy for clients with opioid use disorder within a safe, non-discriminatory environment.

You will facilitate group sessions, apply evidence-based approaches, coordinate with program leadership, and help families build coping skills to improve overall well-being and

Qualifications

• Lived experience with a child or family member with an OUD.
• Working knowledge of OUD resources and services.
• Must possess an active CADC or be in the process of obtaining CADC.
• Valid driver’s license required and insurable by agency.
• High school diploma or equivalency.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to the Program Director of ASP.
• Assist in quality assurance oversight and compliance with program requirements.
• Conduct weekly supportive and psychoeducation groups.
• Use the CRAFT model to guide caretakers and improve family functioning.
• Help parents/caregivers of a loved one with an OUD to improve communication and reduce stress.
• Encourage and assist family members to make positive life changes.
• Develop Wellness Plans including self-care and referrals to treatments.
• Share stories of hope and recovery and advocate for family health and safety.
• Implement evidence-based interventions (e.g., CBT, MI) and coordinate inter-agency resources.
• Report to the Associate VP of Addiction Services for weekly supervision.

Skills

OUD family experience

Knowledge of OUD resources

CADC in progress or active

Driver's license

High school diploma

Education

High School diploma or equivalency

CADC certification (active or in progress)

Job description

Family Support Center Coordinator / Case Manager

Location: Passaic and Bergen County
Onsite FT 40 hours: Monday-Friday 9am-5pm.2-3 evening shifts: 1:30 pm - 9:30 pm and/or 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm.
Salary: $50,000.

What We Offer:

• Life & AD&D insurance; STD & LTD coverage
• Generous Vacation, Personal, and Sick time
• Competitive Hourly Wages and Premium Holiday Compensation
• 401k Plan and Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Discount and Rewards Program
• Continuing education, tuition reimbursement and eligibility for loan forgiveness

Note: That's not all! We have even more benefits available. Our recruiting team will provide you with more information as you continue with your interview process. Benefit eligibility is based on the specific requirements and criteria of each plan.

Job Summary:
You will provide administrative support to the Assistant Director, offer parent support, education, resources and advocacy in an environment that is safe and non-discriminatory, and offer compassionate support to empower parents to have a better quality of life, improve their psychological health, reduce levels of stress, feel less isolated, and gain skills needed to cope with their loved ones' OUD. Additionally, you will have an opportunity to use various evidence-based modalities (such as CBT, MI, etc.) to aid in the recovery journey of your clients.

What You Will Do:

• Provide administrative support to the Program Director of ASP.
• Assist in quality assurance oversite and compliancy with program requirements.
• Conduct weekly supportive and psychoeducation groups
• Employ the CRAFT model to guide the caretakers in reducing the loved one's substance use, influence them to seek treatment, and improve the functionality of their family
• Assist parents or caretaker of a loved one with an OUD's examining their interactions to improve their communication strategies and reduce emotional stress
• Encourage, support, and assist family members to make positive life changes and improve their psychological functioning
• Develops a Wellness Plan which should include self-care strategies, communication strategies, referrals to treatments, resources for other support services and provide support and monitor progress
• Share stories of hope and recovery
• Advocate for the inclusion of family members' health and safety
• Implement evidence-based interventions (such as CBT, MI, etc.) and assessments to help individuals achieve their treatment goals, link to community resources, and provide inter-agency coordination of treatment.
• Report to and meet with the Associate VP of Addiction Services once a week for one-hour supervision

What We Need to See:

• High School diploma or equivalency
• Lived experience with a child or family member with an OUD
• Working knowledge of OUD's and available resources
• Must possess an active CADC or be in the process of obtaining their CADC required.
• A valid driver's license required and must be insurable by agency's automobile insurance.

Studies have shown that women, communities of color, and historically underrepresented individuals are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet all the qualifications. At CarePlus NJ Inc, we are committed to building a workforce that is representative of all members of our community.

Who Are We?
CarePlus New Jersey has been-and continues to be-a leader in mental health and a pioneer in integrated care in Northern New Jersey for more than 45 years. CarePlus strives for excellence in mental health, addiction recovery, and community-based services. Our goal is to offer affordable, accessible, and holistic-centered care that empowers individuals to reach their full potential and enhance their quality of life.

Care Plus follows Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, et seq and NJ Law Against Discrimination. We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by Federal and State laws.