Habilitation Counselor

Rutgers University; Piscataway Township (NJ); On-site; USD 54,196 - 76,450; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage

Paid vacation and holidays

Competitive retirement benefits

Job summary

Rutgers University is seeking a Habilitation Counselor for its Edison Outpatient Treatment. The role involves providing community-based case management and supported employment services for individuals in UBHC's Outpatient Dementia Clinic.

The ideal candidate will support individuals with Dementia, collaborate with various teams, and maintain high clinical record standards. A Bachelor's degree in the mental health field and relevant experience are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in the mental health field or related field plus one year of relevant mental health experience.
• Active New Jersey certification/licensure required for Social Work.

Responsibilities

• Provide site and community-based case management services.
• Support individuals with Dementia and their caregivers.
• Maintain appropriate clinical records as per UBHC policy.

Skills

Community outreach experience

Bilingual skills (English/Spanish)

Experience with geriatric population

Education

Bachelor's Degree in the mental health field

Job description

Position Details

Position Information

The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university's broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.

This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.

Recruitment/Posting Title	Habilitation Counselor
Job Category	Staff & Executive - Healthcare
Department	UBHC - Edison
Overview	Rutgers University Behavioral Health Care (UBHC), established in 1971, offers a full continuum of evidence based behavioral health and addiction services for children, adolescents, adults, and seniors throughout New Jersey. UBHC's 1,060 experienced behavioral health professionals and support staff are dedicated to treatment, prevention, and education. UBHC, one of the largest providers of behavioral health care in the country, has a budget of $260 million and has 15 sites throughout New Jersey. Services are readily accessible and include: inpatient, outpatient, partial hospitalization, screening, crisis stabilization, family/caregiver support, community outreach and case management, supportive housing, supported employment, prevention and consultation, employee assistance programs, and a licensed therapeutic school from preschool through high school. Specialty services include the New Jersey suicide prevention helpline and peer help lines for police, veterans, active military, teachers, mothers of special needs children and child protective service workers. In FY2016, UBHC treated 16,199 consumers, had 24,502 admissions, and touched the lives of 19,441 individual callers through peer support. In addition, UBHC is the primary mental health training resource for the New Jersey departments of Human Services, Children and Families, and Corrections, delivering 16,000 trainings each year.
Posting Summary	Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Habilitation Counselor for the Edison Outpatient Treatment within Rutgers University Behavioral Health Care. The purpose of the Habilitation Counselor position is to provide site and community-based case management and supported employment services to individuals receiving treatment services through UBHC's Outpatient Dementia Clinic. Among the key duties of this position are the following: Supports individuals with Dementia and their family/caregiver to gain access to needed medical, social, education, mental health, addiction, co-occurring, and other services. Demonstrates the ability to engage and establish a working relationship with and provide services to individuals who are diagnosed with a serious and persistent mental illness and co-occurring disorders who present engagement challenges. Collaborates effectively with members of the department, and with external departments, staff, referral sources, other service providers and social support networks to provide services and rehabilitative care for individuals served and family members. Maintains appropriate clinical records according to the time frames and quality guidelines established by UBHC policy and applicable accrediting organization standards. Maintains knowledge of trends and developments in the field. Contributes to and supports the mission, vision, values, goals and objectives of UBHC.
FLSA	Exempt
Grade	19S
Salary Details
Minimum Salary	54196.000
Mid Range Salary	64635.000
Maximum Salary	76450.000
Offer Information
Benefits	Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include: Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable) Life insurance coverage Employee discount programs
Position Status	Full Time
Working Hours
Standard Hours	37.50
Daily Work Shift
Work Arrangement
Union Description	HPAE 5094
Payroll Designation	PeopleSoft
Seniority Unit
Terms of Appointment	Staff - 12 month
Position Pension Eligibility	ABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience	Bachelor's Degree in the mental health field or other appropriate human services related field plus one (1) year of relevant mental health experience.
Certifications/Licenses	Applicants possessing a degree in Social Work must have an active New Jersey certification/licensure as required by the State Board of Social Work.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities	Must possess own vehicle to outreach individuals served and attend internal and external meetings.
Preferred Qualifications	Previous community-based outreach experience. Bilingual skills (English/Spanish). Experience working with a geriatric population.
Equipment Utilized
Physical Demands and Work Environment	Ability to speak clearly and write proficiently. Hearing is essential. The ability to focus on the task at hand despite numerous interruptions. Must be able to sit for extended periods of time and document into an electronic medical record. The employee spends much time driving, walking, standing, bending and talking with consumers in the community located throughout the County. Transport of consumers in state vehicles. The employee can expect to lift up to 30 pounds. The work environment includes both office based services and community outreach. Individual wellness checks and crisis intervention required. Subject to unpredictable situations, patient crises, to include behavioral, medical and psychiatric. Occasionally exposed to patients exhibiting assaultive behaviors. Exposure to blood borne pathogens that requires use of personal protective equipment.
Special Conditions	May work at least one (1) evening per week and one (1) weekend day per week.

Posting Details

Posting Number	26ST0673
Posting Open Date
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus	Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)
Home Location Campus	Piscataway (RBHS)
City	Edison
State	NJ
Location Details

Pre-employment Screenings

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Immunization Requirements

Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

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