Addiction Recovery Services Counselor - Per Diem

Location: 610 Valley Health Plaza, Paramus NJ
Schedule: Per Diem, 12 hours, evenings (Monday/Tuesday, Thursday and) and potential for Saturday (morning shifts).
Hourly: $35 for CADC, $65 for LCADC

What We Offer:

• Employee Discount and Rewards Program
• Supplemental Insurance
• Travel Reimbursement

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:
As an Addictions Counselor, you will provide counseling, verification of benefits and conduct all 12 core functions, including Screening, Intake, Orientation, Assessment, Treatment Planning, Counseling, Case Manager, Crisis Intervention, Client Education, Referral, Report, Recordkeeping.

What You Will Do:

• Attend individual and group supervision with Clinical Supervisor as scheduled
• Encourage and support clients' participation in AA/NA, SMART Recovery
• Follow all Electronic Health Records (EHR) policies
• Conduct and monitor urine screens
• Provide support for team colleagues, and engages in program-related performance improvement processes and activities
• Assist clients with concrete services and advocacy, interfaces with other systems on behalf of client
• Engage in inter-organizational care coordination and follow up on referrals when needed and/or indicated
• Assist with problem solving for individuals, family members, treatment and supportive interventions
• Provide educational, supportive group presentations with a focus on chemical dependency/addictions, and dual diagnosis symptomatology and discussions with clients and/or family members
• Attend regularly scheduled multidisciplinary team meetings (MDT) and present information for Treatment Plans, Treatment Plan Review and be able to clinically justify LOC - level of care - changes for clients on caseload
• Demonstrate proficiency and competency in the 12 Core Functions of addiction counseling and their associated Global Criteria, ensuring adherence to professional standards in assessment, treatment planning, counseling, case management, and client education.
• Effectively utilize the New Jersey Substance Abuse Monitoring System (NJSAMS) to document client information, treatment progress, and outcomes in compliance with state regulations and organizational policies.
• Apply the American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) Criteria to assess, plan, and implement individualized treatment plans, ensuring appropriate level-of-care placement and evidence-based interventions tailored to client needs.

What We Need to See:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Completion of 270 hours of alcohol and drug education, approved by member boards of the International Certification Reciprocity Consortium (IC&RC) [APCBNJ in New Jersey or its successor], or a regionally accredited college or university which shall be related to the knowledge and skill associated with the functions of an alcohol and drug counselor.
• Documented knowledge of a least one (1) year work experience with children, adolescent and adult populations and/or substance abuse counseling when required
• A valid driver's license and must be insurable by the agency's automobile insurance

Don't believe you meet all the preferred requirements? Apply anyway!

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.