Find & Apply For Substance Abuse Counselor Jobs in Brick Township, New Jersey

GenPsych is a growing outpatient treatment organization founded in 2005. Our employees are the heart of our success. Together, we provide compassionate, high-quality mental health and substance abuse services guided by integrity, respect, excellence, teamwork, and a commitment to creating a safe, caring and supportive environment for our communities.

Role:

Per Diem Group Counselor (With Substance Abuse Experience)

Job Summary:

The Group Counselor provides therapeutic and recreational group activities and group counseling services to assigned caseloads of clients.

Job Functions and Duties:

Provides therapeutic activities/leisure assessment and counseling services to assigned patient groups. Groups are of a psycho educational nature and include: social and recreational skills, CBT & DBT skills, substance abuse counseling, creative expressions, stress management, coping skills and physical activities. Understands and adheres to the organization's health and safety requirements. Understands and adheres to all GenPsych, Federal, State, and Joint Commission requirements. Provides information to the treatment team regarding the client's participation/progress in conducted groups. Within the group setting develops a plan of care for the clients that reflects the assessed needs, strengths, preferences and goals, and stages in the therapeutic process. Attends multidisciplinary treatment plan meetings for assigned clients and works collaboratively with members of the treatment team to assess. Completes documentation of client's progress toward achieving goals in a daily group progress note. Participates in departmental meetings, in-services, and other meetings as requested. Maintains current knowledge in their field of specialization by attending continuing educational programs/offerings. Other duties and/or projects as assigned. Adheres to GenPsych's Organizational competencies and standards of behavior.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology or related field. CADC preferred Minimum 1 year relevant work experience in a healthcare setting. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Proficient computer skills that may include but are not limited to Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite platforms.

Job Types:

Part-time, Contract Benefits:

Employee assistance program Employee discount

Work Location:

In person