Integrity House
Counselor Intern
Integrity House, Newark, New Jersey, us, 07175
Counselor InternThe counselor intern is 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 and outpatient programs in our Newark, Secaucus, Kearny, Morris Plains, or Toms River, NJ locations!Primary Duties and Responsibilities of a Counselor Intern
Assess client’s counseling needs using evidence-based validated assessment tools (i.e. ASI, CASI, etc.), diagnose clients for substance disorders using the DSM, and determine appropriate level of care based on ASAM criteria in order to provide individual and group therapy, psycho-education, case management, and crisis intervention to clients.Counselor shall 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, revise substance abuse counseling portion of treatment plan to address emerging problems, and review clients throughout treatment according to ASAM criteria to determine the need for continued services, transfer, or discharge.Conduct Continued Service Reviews, complete Extension Request: Level of Care Index for Recovery Court clients and Utilization Review for Private Insurance clients; process and monitor results of urine analysis and escort clients using company vehicle (if approved) to medical, legal, or recreational appointments and be available for on-call crisis.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, trainings, workshops, and 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-ups in the client’s clinical record as outlined in Integrity’s policy. Ensure all appropriate signatures and dates are recorded in paper and/or 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/or discharge plans to ensure movement to appropriate levels of care; contact referral source(s), provide case consultation and coordination with referral sources (i.e., criminal justice agencies, schools, employers, DCPP, and/or mental health treatment providers).Perform additional functions supportive of the program as assigned by the respective Program Director.Qualifications for a Counselor Intern
Education & Experience:High School Diploma requiredMaster’s degree in Human Services field (Preferred).At least three (3) years’ experience in human services fieldwork (Preferred)Experience in substance abuse program management, delivery, and evaluation (Preferred)Licensure & Credentials:Counselor Intern: High School Diploma + Relevant Experience – must obtain valid credential (CADC, LSW, LAC) within 3 years of hire.CPR CertificationA valid driver’s licenseSpecialized Skills, Abilities & Knowledge:Strong working knowledge of ASAM CriteriaStrong understanding of symptom criteria (as outlined in the DSM V) necessary to identify mental health, personality, and substance use disordersIn-depth knowledge of the causes and effects of addiction on individuals, families, and societyUnderstanding of crisis management and the ability to deal with life-threatening situations including the prevention of suicide and/or homicideUnderstanding of addictions recovery, motivational interviewing, and 12-step treatment methodsKnowledge of needs and risk assessmentComprehension of case management and record-keeping practicesKnowledge of Microsoft Office suiteCultural SensitivityIn-depth knowledge and strict adherence to the Code of Ethics and the client’s Bill of RightsAbility to clinically justify treatment at various levels of care using ASAM criteriaAbility to conduct service reviews and negotiate continued residential treatment with insurance companies, drug court task evaluators, and SAI care coordinatorsAbility to conduct clinical assessments under the supervision of a Clinical SupervisorAbility to conduct a suicidal/homicidal risk assessmentAbility to identify symptoms associated with mental health and personality disordersEffective clinical communication, both written and verbalAbility to establish strong therapeutic alliances with clients and solid working relationships with staffAbility to demonstrate cultural awareness, genuine positive regard, and empathy regarding client concernsDemonstrated ability to maintain strict confidentiality in performing counselor dutiesWork Schedule : Varied (including 4 weekdays, 1 weekend day–7am-3pm and 3pm-11pm shifts)
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Assess client’s counseling needs using evidence-based validated assessment tools (i.e. ASI, CASI, etc.), diagnose clients for substance disorders using the DSM, and determine appropriate level of care based on ASAM criteria in order to provide individual and group therapy, psycho-education, case management, and crisis intervention to clients.Counselor shall 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, revise substance abuse counseling portion of treatment plan to address emerging problems, and review clients throughout treatment according to ASAM criteria to determine the need for continued services, transfer, or discharge.Conduct Continued Service Reviews, complete Extension Request: Level of Care Index for Recovery Court clients and Utilization Review for Private Insurance clients; process and monitor results of urine analysis and escort clients using company vehicle (if approved) to medical, legal, or recreational appointments and be available for on-call crisis.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, trainings, workshops, and 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-ups in the client’s clinical record as outlined in Integrity’s policy. Ensure all appropriate signatures and dates are recorded in paper and/or 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/or discharge plans to ensure movement to appropriate levels of care; contact referral source(s), provide case consultation and coordination with referral sources (i.e., criminal justice agencies, schools, employers, DCPP, and/or mental health treatment providers).Perform additional functions supportive of the program as assigned by the respective Program Director.Qualifications for a Counselor Intern
Education & Experience:High School Diploma requiredMaster’s degree in Human Services field (Preferred).At least three (3) years’ experience in human services fieldwork (Preferred)Experience in substance abuse program management, delivery, and evaluation (Preferred)Licensure & Credentials:Counselor Intern: High School Diploma + Relevant Experience – must obtain valid credential (CADC, LSW, LAC) within 3 years of hire.CPR CertificationA valid driver’s licenseSpecialized Skills, Abilities & Knowledge:Strong working knowledge of ASAM CriteriaStrong understanding of symptom criteria (as outlined in the DSM V) necessary to identify mental health, personality, and substance use disordersIn-depth knowledge of the causes and effects of addiction on individuals, families, and societyUnderstanding of crisis management and the ability to deal with life-threatening situations including the prevention of suicide and/or homicideUnderstanding of addictions recovery, motivational interviewing, and 12-step treatment methodsKnowledge of needs and risk assessmentComprehension of case management and record-keeping practicesKnowledge of Microsoft Office suiteCultural SensitivityIn-depth knowledge and strict adherence to the Code of Ethics and the client’s Bill of RightsAbility to clinically justify treatment at various levels of care using ASAM criteriaAbility to conduct service reviews and negotiate continued residential treatment with insurance companies, drug court task evaluators, and SAI care coordinatorsAbility to conduct clinical assessments under the supervision of a Clinical SupervisorAbility to conduct a suicidal/homicidal risk assessmentAbility to identify symptoms associated with mental health and personality disordersEffective clinical communication, both written and verbalAbility to establish strong therapeutic alliances with clients and solid working relationships with staffAbility to demonstrate cultural awareness, genuine positive regard, and empathy regarding client concernsDemonstrated ability to maintain strict confidentiality in performing counselor dutiesWork Schedule : Varied (including 4 weekdays, 1 weekend day–7am-3pm and 3pm-11pm shifts)
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