Licensed Counselor
Company: Integrity House
Location: Newark
Posted on: May 16, 2022
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*: $500Our -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 CounselorEducation & Experience: - - - - - - - -
-Bachelor's degree in a human services field required, master's
degree preferredLicensure & Credentials: - - - - - - - - -LSW,
LSCW, LAC, LPC, CADC, and/or LCADC requiredSpecialized 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 SensitivityHow to ApplyInterested 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 AssistanceWho We AreSince 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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