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CURA Inc

CADC COUNSELOR

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What they do

A Mental or Behavioral Health Counselor works with patients to treat mental health problems. Assesses patients and assists with diagnosis, counseling and crisis intervention. Consults with nurses, doctors and psychiatrists. May work with specific populations, such as youth, senior citizens or substance abusers, in group settings, facilities or hospitals.

$39,819 / year median in New Jersey

+17% projected growth

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Job Description

CADC COUNSELOR CURA
Inc - 3.0 Secaucus, NJ Job Details Part-time 1 day ago Benefits Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Vision insurance Life insurance Qualifications Mental health stabilization Patient progress tracking Completing CE credits Interdisciplinary collaboration in health services social work Interagency collaboration in community supervision Psychoeducational group therapy facilitation LCADC Family-based intervention
CADC HIPAA
Substance abuse treatment center experience Clinical social history assessment Clinical case management notes Family counseling Mid-level Community resource coordination in health services social work Emergency response in crisis intervention Care planning in social services Mental health resources facilitation Substance abuse counseling Bachelor's degree Client referral services Substance abuse Clinical assessment documentation Health information regulatory compliance Experience working with incarcerated individuals Group education sessions for patient education Multidisciplinary team collaboration for treatment planning Psychoeducation Patient progress monitoring Full Job Description Key Responsibilities Conduct comprehensive bio-psychosocial assessments and substance use evaluations Develop, implement, and update Individualized Treatment Plans (ITPs) Provide individual, group, and family counseling in accordance with program requirements Facilitate psychoeducational and relapse prevention groups Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in compliance with state and agency standards Monitor client progress and adjust treatment interventions as needed Coordinate care with internal departments and external providers (e.g., probation/parole, medical, mental health) Participate in case conferences and multidisciplinary team meetings Provide crisis intervention and support as necessary Ensure compliance with RCRP regulations and Department of Corrections (DOC) requirements Assist clients with reentry planning , including employment readiness, housing referrals, and community resources Maintain confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2 regulations Acceptable Experience and Training Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LCADC) or Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC) with a Bachelor's Degree preferred. An otherwise qualified candidate may also be currently enrolled in a course of study leading to CADC or LCADC, and Bachelor's Degree with one year of experience working in a substance abuse treatment facility. A minimum of 270 documented hours of training in the clinical treatment of drug and/or alcohol abuse, working toward attaining the required supervised experience hours working in the field of addiction, and a minimum of 20 hours annually of continuing education in drug and/or alcohol abuse or prevention. Other combinations of experience and education that meets the requirements may be substituted. 3pm to 11pm (weekends included) Overtime pay 401K Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance Paid Vacation, Sick, Personal and Holidays