What are the responsibilities and job description for the COUNSELOR AIDE - SOMERSET AREA position at PREFERRED BEHAVIORAL HEALTH OF NEW JERSEY?
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Job Title: Counselor Aide
Program: CPSAI
Location: Office 92 East Main Street Suite 101. Somerville, NJ 08876
Position Type: Full Time
Salary: $37,500.00
Job Description/Summary
The Counselor Aide is responsible for receiving and scheduling referrals for DCP&P involved adults. The Counselor Aide must be highly organized to keep manage office calendar, distribute urine drug screen results, complete paperwork with clients and maintain all required logs. The Counselor Aide works in a supportive role to the Assessment Counselor, and is comfortable working as a team. The Counselor Aide also collects random urine drugs screens as requested by DCP&P.
Responsibilities
• Handle all aspects of the referral process, receive and schedule incoming referrals
• Collect urine drug screens in accordance with Chain of Custody procedure
• Conduct home visits as needed and complete chain of custody drug screens.
• Transport clients as instructed and responsible for maintaining the vehicle.
Competencies
• Proficiently communicates - written and verbal
• Highly organized
• Knowledge of Addictions Preferred.
Qualifications
• Education - High School Diploma
• License - Valid NJ Driver's License in good standing
Comprehensive Benefits Package:
o Medical, Dental and Prescription Insurance
o 403(b) Retirement Plan
o Generous Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
o Long Term Disability Insurance
o Life and AD&D Insurance
o Employee Assistance Program
o Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account
o Voluntary Benefits, such as Vision Insurance, Aflac, Pet Insurance
o Staff Training and Development Opportunities
o Employee Referral Bonus program
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Salary : $37,500