Habilitation Counselor for Justice-Involved Services

Habilitation Counselor for Justice-Involved Services 4.1 4.1 out of 5 stars Piscataway, NJ $54,196 a year

• Full-time Rutgers University 1,973 reviews $54,196 a year
• Full-time Position Details Position Information Recruitment/Posting Title Habilitation Counselor for Justice-Involved Services Job Category Staff & Executive
• Healthcare Department UBHC
• Community-Based Service Overview Rutgers University Behavioral Health Care (UBHC), established in 1971, offers a full continuum of evidence based behavioral health and addiction services for children, adolescents, adults, and seniors throughout New Jersey.

UBHC's 1,060 experienced behavioral health professionals and support staff are dedicated to treatment, prevention, and education. UBHC, one of the largest providers of behavioral health care in the country, has a budget of $260 million and has 15 sites throughout New Jersey. Services are readily accessible and include: inpatient, outpatient, partial hospitalization, screening, crisis stabilization, family/caregiver support, community outreach and case management, supportive housing, supported employment, prevention and consultation, employee assistance programs, and a licensed therapeutic school from preschool through high school. Specialty services include the New Jersey suicide prevention helpline and peer help lines for police, veterans, active military, teachers, mothers of special needs children and child protective service workers. In

FY2016, UBHC

treated 16,199 consumers, had 24,502 admissions, and touched the lives of 19,441 individual callers through peer support. In addition, UBHC is the primary mental health training resource for the New Jersey departments of Human Services, Children and Families, and Corrections, delivering 16,000 trainings each year. Posting Summary Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Habilitation Counselor for Justice-Involved Services for the Community Based Services within Rutgers University Behavioral Health Care. The Habilitation Counselor provides community-based case management and support services for individuals served to include assessment, service / recovery planning, skill-building, linkage and coordination of care. Among the key duties of this position are the following: Provides case management and community support services to assist individuals and/or families to gain access to needed medical, social, education, mental health, addiction, co-occurring and other services. Demonstrates the ability to engage and establish a working relationship with and provide services to individuals with physical health, mental health, and substance use disorders. Collaborates effectively with members of the department, and with external departments, staff, referral sources, other service providers and social support networks to provide services and rehabilitative care for individuals and families. Maintains appropriate records as mandated by University Behavioral Health Care policy and applicable accrediting organization standards. Demonstrates commitment to the mission and goals of the unit. Meets annual requirements. FLSA Exempt Grade 19S Salary Details Minimum Salary 54196.000 Mid Range Salary 64635.000 Maximum Salary 76450.000 Offer Information The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university's broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent. Benefits Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include: Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable) Life insurance coverage Employee discount programs Position Status Full Time Working Hours Standard Hours 37.50 Daily Work Shift Work Arrangement Consistent with the current application of Rutgers Policy 60.3.22 or the applicable provisions of relevant collective negotiations agreements, this position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement. Flexible work arrangements are not permanent, are subject to change or discontinuation, and contingent on the employee receiving approval in the FlexWork@RU Application System. Union Description

HPAE 5094

Payroll Designation PeopleSoft Seniority Unit Terms of Appointment Staff

• 12 month Position Pension Eligibility ABP Qualifications Minimum Education and Experience Bachelor's Degree in a mental health field or an appropriate human services field plus one (1) year of related experience.

Certifications/Licenses All clinical licensing as required by discipline and New Jersey Division of consumer affairs. Applicants possessing a degree in Social Work must have an active New Jersey certification/licensure as required by the State Board of Social Work. A valid driver's license would be required for this position. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Serves assigned shifts, which may include weekend, holiday and/or off-hour shifts. Provides on-call coverage as assigned. Valid driver's license. Must possess own vehicle for use to outreach individuals served. Preferred Qualifications Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC). Bilingual skills (English/Spanish). Experience working with high need individuals and community-based service provision to adults with addictions. Equipment Utilized Physical Demands and Work Environment Ability to speak clearly and write proficiently. The ability to focus on the task at hand despite numerous interruptions. Must be able to sit for extended periods of time and document into an electronic medical record while in the field. The employee spends much time driving, walking, standing, bending, and talking with individuals served in the community located throughout the region. Transport of individuals served in state vehicles. The employee can expect to lift up to 20 pounds. The work environment is predominantly in the community in individuals' homes, shelters, soup kitchens and places where homeless individuals congregate (i.e. forests, train stations, under bridges etc.). Individual wellness checks and crisis intervention required. Subject to unpredictable situations, crises, to include behavioral, medical, substance use and psychiatric. Occasionally exposed to individuals exhibiting assaultive behaviors. Exposure to blood borne pathogens that requires use of personal protective equipment. Special Conditions Clean Driving Record. Posting Details Posting Number 26ST0836 Posting Open Date Special Instructions to Applicants Regional Campus Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS) Home Location Campus Piscataway (RBHS) City Piscataway State NJ Location Details Pre-employment Screenings All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings. Immunization Requirements Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (

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• Do you have a Bachelor's Degree in a mental health field or an appropriate human services field plus one (1) year of related experience? Yes No
• Do you possess a valid driver's license and have access to your own vehicle for the purpose of conducting outreach to individuals served?

Yes No Applicant Documents Required Documents Resume/CV Optional Documents Cover Letter/Letter of Application Certifications/Licenses