Organizational Overview:
CarePlus New Jersey continues to be a leader in mental health and a pioneer in integrated care in Northern New Jersey for more than 45 years. The CarePlus Foundation was created over 25 years ago to support further the programs and clients of CarePlus who strive to achieve mental well-being and overall wellness. 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.

Job Summary:You will assist managers in the operation of the Partial Care services, assist and coordinate consumer's treatment, and aid in the training of new departmental staff.

What You Will Do:

• Assist managers with scheduling by finding coverage for open shifts
• Work with newly hired staff in services and models appropriate professional behavior
• Conduct ongoing assessment of clients by exhibiting knowledge of age-specific population, developmental levels, and diagnosis
• Assist the clients in meeting their needs by working on established goals developed in the multidisciplinary treatment plan
• Prepare a complete written intake assessment which includes treatment plans with relevant goals, behaviorally-measurable objectives that serve as indexes for evaluating treatment progress, realistic time frames for achievement, and daily shift notes
• Responsible for coordinating the daily group schedule and staffing schedules
• Responsible for carrying a small caseload either ongoing or in the interim, in the event of an emergency staff termination or resignation
• Oversee the operation of the Extended Care Service provision within the Partial Care component of the Department
• Facilitate groups in the Partial Care service and working shifts in the Group Homes when staffing coverage is not secured

What We Need to See:

• BA degree in a behavioral science field from an accredited college or university OR
• 5 years experience in a behavioral health care field
• Experience in mental health, residential, and/or partial care services preferred
• A valid driver's license and must be insurable by agency's automobile insurance

What We Offer:

• 401K
• High-plan insurance at a generous cost
• Union benefits
• Life & AD&D insurance; STD & LTD coverage
• Per diem opportunities
• Excellent supervision and training
• Continuing education, tuition reimbursement, and eligibility for loan forgiveness
• 10% daycare discount

About CarePlus New Jersey:
CPNJ embraces a culture of diversity and inclusion in all of it policies and procedures. 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.