Mental Health Counselor/Counseling Intern Job at ASun Star, East Rutherford, NJ

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  • ASun Star
  • East Rutherford, NJ

Job Description

Role Overview: All clinical staff will report and review clinical documentation and caseload with the Director of Substance Abuse and Counseling Services. In pertaining to licensure; LAC staff shall work under the supervision of an LPC and LSW staff shall work under the supervision of LCSW. Duties and Responsibilities: Assessment of the client's mental health conditions contributing to the needs the person has to facilitate treatment. Assists in the setting of goals and the implementation of the process to begin to achieve those goals. Designs the treatment plan in conjunction with the client to facilitate the treatment process. Demonstrates knowledge and skills to provide care to the clients served. Based upon principles of growth and development. Reports pertinent observations and reactions regarding clients to the appropriate staff. Respect the rights, property, and privacy of each individual participant. Is accountable for client care rendered and overall management of each case assigned to him / her. Participates in treatment team conferences and participate related meetings to include staff meetings. Participates in random drug testing per requirement of agency. Establishes and maintains communication with client, other significant individuals such as family members, referral sources, legal representatives, authorized employers when consent is given. Assures confidentiality of all matters involving clients, visitors, alumni and other staff. Documents all relevant information regarding the client confidential clinical record. Keeps chart in an orderly, legible fashion. Guides participants and leads discussion groups when scheduled. Maintains caseload and up to date participant information. Participates in financial counseling with the participant, fines, child support, alimony, etc. Accept speaking engagements when feasible. Daily case conferences with Director of Substance Abuse and Counseling Services. Provides Crisis Intervention by de-escalation techniques. Provides and schedules recreational activities, community integration and specified courses within the context of each participants goals and behavioral objectives. Provides communications (letter, telephone, meeting) with Probation, Parole, etc. Referrals to DVR, HIV clinics, medical and social service agencies when required for client. Discharge planning. Provides monthly statistical reports. Provides discharge summaries of caseload and maintains clinical record with uniformity. Complete knowledge of written assignments and proper presentation to participants. Requirements Education: Master's Degree in a recognized mental health discipline, Experience & Other Requirements: Licensed and Credentialed as a mental health counselor At least wo years of experience providing services in a mental health modality, social services field, addiction treatment center or health care facility. Must have experience with individual and group counseling process. Must be proficient with computer skills, have knowledge of local and county social service agencies. Must have good to excellent written and oral communications skills. Serve as an appropriate role model and function as part of a team. ASun Star

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