Licensed Counselor
Company: Integrity House
Location: Newark
Posted on: May 16, 2022
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Job Description:
Are you searching for a fulfilling place to develop your career
and an opportunity to impact someone's life? At Integrity, we
believe that a vibrant company culture that supports and nurtures
our employees is so essential that it is the key to our success.
-With our team culture, we listen to your ideas and invest in your
career growth! -Our purpose and passion are to empower clients,
their loved ones, and our communities by helping individuals
achieve recovery and optimal wellness of the mind, body, and
spirit. -Be a part of our team whose mission is to help individuals
and families through an effective and measurable system of
comprehensive addictions treatment, mental health treatment, and
recovery support in a way that brings about positive, long-term
lifestyle change.
We are excited to announce our Licensed Counselor openings!
HIRING BONUS*: $500
Our -licensed counselors are responsible for providing addiction
and mental health counseling services (i.e., individual counseling,
group counseling, crisis intervention, assessments, etc.) to our
clients in our residential programs in either Secaucus or Newark,
NJ.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities of a Licensed Counselor
Assess client's needs using evidence-based validated assessment
tools (i.e., ASI, CASI, etc.), diagnose clients for substance
disorders using the DSM, and determine the appropriate level of
care based on ASAM criteria to provide individual and group
therapy, psycho-education, case management, and crisis intervention
to clients.
Counselors should obtain previous records that are relevant to the
current treatment episode and collaborate with clients to develop a
written treatment plan that is client-centered, recovery-oriented,
and includes goals with measurable objectives.
Provide substance abuse counseling services specified in the client
treatment plan, when and where necessary, throughout treatment
according to ASAM criteria to determine the need for continued
services, transfer, or discharge.
Secure continuing care approval with stakeholders (i.e., Recovery
Court, Private Insurance Utilization Team, IME, etc.); collect and
monitor results of urine drug screens and escort clients using a
company vehicle (if approved) to medical, legal, or recreational
appointments and be available for on-call crises where
applicable.
Provide active case consultations and maintain ongoing
communication (direct & in-direct) with supervisor, Director,
coworkers, families (if consent is given), and referral sources;
participate in weekly Multidisciplinary Treatment Team meetings for
assigned clients, clinical supervision, training, workshops, etc. -
as assigned by Director.
Keep accurate records and clinical documentation in accordance with
Annex A requirements; complete clinical documentation for all
counseling, education services, assessments, reassessments,
referrals, and follow-up in the paper and electronic records while
maintaining quality assurance standards are met.
Document complete and detailed facility incident reports for
Director and any other persons stipulated to receive them,
including referral source per contractual agreement and emergency
contact when appropriate.
Develop client's transfer and discharge plans to ensure movement to
appropriate levels of care; contact referral source (s), provide
case consultation, and coordinate with referral sources (i.e.,
criminal justice agencies, schools, employers, DCP&P, and
mental health treatment providers).
Observe the self-administration of medication, where
applicable.
All other tasks as assigned by supervisor.
Qualifications for a Licensed Counselor
Education & Experience:
- - - - - - - - -Bachelor's degree in a human services field
required, master's degree preferred
Licensure & Credentials:
- - - - - - - - -LSW, LSCW, LAC, LPC, CADC, and/or LCADC
required
Specialized Skills, Abilities & Knowledge:
Strong working knowledge of ASAM criteria
A strong understanding of symptom criteria (as outlined in the DSM)
is necessary to identify mental health, personality, and substance
use disorders.
In-depth knowledge of the causes and effects of addiction on
individuals, families, and society
Understanding of crisis management and the ability to deal with
life-threatening situations, including the prevention of suicide
and/or homicide under the guidance of the correctional center staff
if needed
Understanding of addictions recovery, motivational interviewing,
and 12-step treatment methods
Knowledge of needs and risk assessment
Comprehension of case management and record-keeping practices
Cultural Sensitivity
How to Apply
Interested candidates may apply by sending a thoughtfully written
cover letter and resume to egibson@integrityhouse.org with the
title of the position in the email subject line and information
regarding where they found the job posting.
Why Work for Integrity?
We believe that work is more than a place you go every day. -It is
about being inspired and motivated to achieve extraordinary things.
-We believe that workplace diversity and the inclusion of various
views, perspectives, and backgrounds are integral parts of our
company's success and provide you with the best co-workers you
could ask for. -Our employee benefits play an essential role in
making Integrity a great workplace.
Our Exceptional Benefits Package Includes:
Low Cost and Generous Medical and Prescription Coverage (ask us for
our benefits summary, we are proud of it!)
Employer Paid Dental
Employer Paid Vision
Employer Paid Life and AD&D
Employer Paid Long Term Disability
Employer Paid Health Reimbursement Account
Generous Vacation, Sick, Personal, and Holiday Time
403(b) Plan with a Dollar for Dollar Match up to 3% of
Compensation
Employee Assistance Plan
Flexible Spending Account
Commuter Benefit Plan
Tuition Reimbursement - up to $3,000 annual
Recognition Rewards
Professional Development Assistance
Who We Are
Since 1968, Integrity House has provided comprehensive and
compassionate addiction treatment services for individuals with
substance use disorders. Integrity is accredited by the Commission
on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF), an
independent, nonprofit accreditor of health and human services.
Integrity House is recognized statewide as a treatment leader at
its highest level. -Integrity House is committed to best practice
and has expanded its program and services throughout the years to
remain a practical resource for those who need help. -We currently
offer inpatient, residential, and outpatient levels of addiction
treatment, including medication-assisted treatment; treatment for
co-occurring disorders; outpatient mental health services; recovery
programs; education and workforce readiness opportunities; and
supportive housing.
Integrity is committed to providing an environment of mutual
respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all
applicants and teammates. -Integrity House openly supports and
fully commits to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion, and
compensation of individuals without regard to race, color,
religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and
sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin,
disability status, protected veteran status or any other
characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Physical/Medical Requirements: Before hire, candidates shall be
required to show documentation of COVID-19 vaccination and booster
and have a negative TB skin test and positive titers for the MMR.
Candidates will also be required to undergo SUD pre-boarding
requirements, including drug testing, fingerprinting, and a
physical exam.
*Hiring bonuses to be received after the first 90 days of
employment.
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