Substance Abuse Counselor - Hope Hall

Volunteers of America Delaware Valley; Camden (NJ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A community service organization in Camden, NJ is seeking a dedicated licensed counselor to conduct risk assessments and develop service plans for clients. The role involves facilitating programs and workshops, monitoring client progress, and collaborating with treatment teams. Candidates must have a Master's degree in Human Services, relevant licensure, and strong communication skills. This position also requires flexible hours and proficiency in assessment methods, with compliance to all confidentiality standards.

Qualifications

• Must have effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Must have a NJ LCADC or CADC license.
• Must pass criminal background clearance and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Conduct risk/needs assessments for clients.
• Develop client-centered service plans.
• Facilitate workshops and groups for clients.

Skills

Effective written and verbal communication skills

Understanding of human behavior

Group dynamics

Assessment and evaluation

Basic computer skills

Education

Masters in Human Services

Job description

Responsible for conducting risk/needs assessments and developing service plans for all clients assigned to their caseload, develop resources for clients and, facilitate workshops, programs and groups for clients.

Scope of Duties:

• Assessment of all new clients via the approved agency Assessment Tools to determine counseling needs and appropriate level of care.
• Develop Service Plans on all assigned clients based on approved agency assessment tools that is client centered and recovery oriented with client input.
• Obtain previous records that are relevant to current treatment recommendation.
• Monitor and document client progress according to funding source standards and/or operational policy and procedures.
• Review, reassess and revise service plan with client input to address on-going problems and to determine need for continued services or discharge.
• Schedule and facilitate individual sessions with clients as required.
• Identify and/or develop resources and link clients to needed services.
• Provide active case consultation and coordination when necessary with client linked resources and referral sources.
• Facilitate scheduled workshops/programs/groups addressing client's needs.
• Develop appropriate discharge plan on all assigned clients as per contractual requirements.
• Facilitate house meetings as needed.
• Participate in required internal/external Treatment Team meetings.
• Complete all required reports and other documentation.
• Demonstrate competency in program related certifications.
• Provide support to Treatment Assistant function.
• Interact with clients, staff, and outside contacts with respect and courtesy.
• Maintain client and staff confidentiality in compliance with administrative policies and procedures.
• Attend and participate in regularly scheduled staff meetings, supervisory conferences, and training sessions.
• Other duties as assigned.

ADA ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Occasionally required to smell, stoop.
• Regularly required to use hands to handle or feel.
• Regularly required to reach.
• Regularly required to stand, walk, sit, talk, and hear.
• Regularly required to lift and move up to 10 lbs.
• Ability to see clearly at 20 inches or less.
• Ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or to the left and right while remain fixed on a given point.

Qualifications

Education

Required

Masters or better in Human Services.

Experience

Required

A NJ LCADC or CADC or another licensed health professional doing work of an alcohol and drug counseling nature within their scope of duties. Additional job-related skills include: working with addictive behaviors; a basic understanding of human behavior; and utilizing group dynamics to address special needs populations.

Must possess effective written and verbal communication skills, and an ability to interact appropriately with clientele. Knowledge of social learning theory, cognitive-behavioral intervention and approaches is preferable. Skilled in assessment and evaluation, willingness to work flexible hours, which may include weekends and evenings, and demonstrated competencies in training, group interaction, and mentoring.

Basic computer skills. Must be able to pass criminal background clearance and drug screening. Must possess valid driver's license and be able to meet VOA driver standards.

Licenses & Certifications

Required

Valid Drivers License

Licensed CADC

Cert Alcohol/Drug Couns

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