Details
Bonnie Brae, a Special Education School and Residential Treatment Facility for at risk youth, is currently seeking a full time Substance Abuse Counselor. The Substance Abuse Counselor will be responsible for the completion of assessments, evaluations and authorisations including bio-psychosocial assessments, substance abuse evaluations, IMDS Strength and Needs Assessments, Joint Care Reviews, direct clinical service; individual therapy, group therapy and family therapy. Treatment planning including updating treatment plans monthly, attendance at treatment team meetings and running treatment teams as required, as well as discharge planning. The Substance Abuse Counselor will be a member of an interdisciplinary treatment team. Participation in performance improvement activities including program development and oversight. Interacting with youths and staff in the Milieu. Case management including documentation of all direct services , consultations, phone calls, arranging home passes, oversight of urine drug screens and attendance at meetings. Supervision of non-clinically licensed master’s level staff pending licensure. Preparation and facilitation of applicable licensing, contracting and accreditation surveys.
Experience Required
Education/License Requirements: • New Jersey Licensed Therapist, dually licensed in Mental Health and Substance Abuse required. • Masters in Social Work or Mental Health Field and LCADC license required. • In addition to the LCADC license, a LAC, LSW, LCSW or LPC license required. • Certified Clinical Supervisor (CCS) preferred. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Experience: • Valid Driver’s license – not currently suspended or suspended over the last three years due to accidents or moving violations. • Two years post-Masters experience desirable. Two years residential treatment experience desirable. • Evening hours required as dictated by program needs. • One weekend per month required.
How to Apply
Resumes should be submitted to: jobs [at] bonnie-brae [dot] org
Bonnie Brae
3415 Valley Road
Liberty Corner, NJ 07938
Phone: 908-647-0800
Fax: 908-647-8187
