Habilitation Counselor

Rutgers University; The Ironbound (NJ); On-site; USD 54,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, prescription, dental coverage

Vacation and holidays

Competitive retirement benefits

Employee educational benefits

Life insurance coverage

Employee discounts

Job summary

Rutgers University Behavioral Health Care (UBHC) in Newark is seeking a Habilitation Counselor for the CBHP within UBHC. You will provide site and community based case management and supported employment services to individuals in outpatient care.

Key duties include participating in hotline calls, assessing case management needs, connecting clients to hub resources, advocating for resources, completing documentation, and supporting CBHP objectives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in a behavioral health or related field required.
• One year of related experience preferred; licensure may be required for Social Work degree.

Responsibilities

• Active participation in CBHP team hotline calls and ensure consumer-friendly handling.
• Assess and manage case management needs of youth and families; connect to hub and community resources.
• Advocate for appropriate resources based on assessed needs.
• Complete documentation and utilization reviews.
• Support CBHP program and UBHC objectives; complete internal paperwork as required.

Skills

Case management

Advocacy

Documentation

Communication with clients

Community resources navigation

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in behavioral health or related field

One year related experience

Job description

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 teh Department of Child & Adolescent Services – Collaborative Behavioral Health Care Program ( CBHP ) 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 Clinic services.
Among the key duties of this position are the following:

• As part of the Collaborative Behavioral Health Care Program ( CBHP ) team, actively participates in hotline calls. Assures calls are handled in an effective and “consumer friendly” manner.
• Assesses and manages case management needs of youth and families and facilitates connection to Hub and community resources.
• Advocates for appropriate resources for clients and families based on assessed needs as measured by supervisory observation.
• Completes appropriate documentation and utilization review.
• Conducts professional and employee responsibilities in a manner that promotes CBHP program and UBHC objectives.
• Completes appropriate internal paperwork (paper or electronic) required by CBHP program, UBHC , and the University.
• Supports goals and objectives of University Behavioral Health Care.

FLSA

FLSA Exempt

Grade

Grade 19S

Salary Details

Minimum Salary

Minimum Salary 54196.000

Mid Range Salary 64635.000

Maximum Salary

Maximum Salary 76450.000

Offer 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.

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

Position Status Full Time

Working Hours

Working Hours 37.5

Standard Hours

Standard Hours 37.50

Daily Work Shift

Daily Work Shift Day

Work Arrangement

This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.

Union Description

Union Description HPAE 5094

Payroll Designation

Payroll Designation PeopleSoft

Seniority Unit

Terms of Appointment

Terms of Appointment Staff - 12 month

Position Pension Eligibility

Position Pension Eligibility ABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in a behavioral health or related human services field and one (1) year related 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.
• Valid driver’s license.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Preferred Qualifications

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Physical Demands:

• The employee frequently spends time prolonged sitting, talking and listening in groups as well as on the telephone, walks, bends, stretches, and pulls.
• Per program demand, may have to travel within the State.
• When in the office, generally pleasant working conditions in a clean well-lighted quiet to moderately loud setting.
• Varied when on outreaches to homes and community settings in Essex County, with some neighborhoods being considered dangerous.

Special Conditions

Posting Number

Posting Number 25ST0219

Posting Open Date

Special Instructions to Applicants

Regional Campus

Regional Campus Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)

Home Location Campus

Home Location Campus Newark (RBHS)

City

City Newark

State

State NJ

Location Details

Pre-employment Screenings All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.

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.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Required Documents

• Resume/CV

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter/Letter of Application
• Certifications/Licenses

It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: Non-Discrimination-Statement .