Substance Abuse Worker Behavioral Health Services Per Diem
Job in
Paramus, Bergen County, New Jersey, 07653, USA
Listing for:
Bergen New Bridge Medical Center
Per diem
position
Listed on 2026-02-06
Job specializations:
-
Healthcare
Mental Health, Substance Abuse Counselor, Community Health, Healthcare Administration
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 60000 - 80000 USD Yearly
USD
60000.00
80000.00
YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: SUBSTANCE ABUSE WORKER BEHAVIORAL HEALTH SERVICES PER DIEM 23550
Overview
Join Our Team at New Bridge Medical Center! We are dedicated to providing high-quality, compassionate care to our diverse community. As a leading healthcare provider, we offer a supportive and inclusive work environment. If you’re passionate about making a difference and thrive in a collaborative setting, New Bridge Medical Center is looking for a Substance Abuse Worker.
Job Duties Assessing the counseling needs of the clients.Assessing clients using the ASI or using other standardized assessment tool and for adolescents using the CASI or using other evidence-based validated assessment tool and diagnosing clients for substance disorders using the DSM-IV-TR.Determining the appropriate level of care based on ASAM PPC-2R.Obtaining previous records that are relevant to the current treatment episode.Collaborating with the client in order to develop a written treatment plan that is client-centered and recovery oriented and includes goals and measurable objectives.- The director of substance abuse counseling shall develop, monitor, and provide clients and the treatment team with written schedules that will be used to update each client treatment plan(s) in order to ensure that each clients treatment needs are addressed.
Providing the substance abuse counseling services specified in the client treatment plan; N.J.A.C. 10:161A-1.9.Reviewing clients throughout the treatment episode according to ASAM PPC-2R, to determine the need for continued services or discharge/transfer.Reviewing and, where necessary, revising the substance abuse counseling portion of the client treatment plan to address emerging problems.Developing the client discharge/transfer plans to ensure movement to the appropriate levels of care.Contacting referral sources, providing case consultation and coordination with referral sources (for example: mental health treatment providers, criminal justice agencies, schools, employers, the Division of Youth and Family Services).Participating as a member of a multidisciplinary team for assigned clients.Providing active case consultation; andDocumenting all counseling and education services, assessments, reassessments, referrals, and follow-up in the client s clinical record, providing appropriate signatures and dating of such entries, including those made in electronic records.Performs all duties with respect, dignity, and impunity according to the ethics of the hospital, adductions field and training, NJ state laws and acts as an advocate for the patients within NBMC, with other facilities establishing positive working relationships within the hospital and the broader community. Dedicated to patients rights and commitment to confidentiality are expected.Makes all required appointments for patients regarding treatment.Works with staff to insure the best treatment recovery outcomes and quality services for patients served.Sends signed release to other providers and reports findings to staff once collateral info is received. Files collateral information properly according to each patient.Makes recommendations regarding the needs of the patient from an addiction and recovery perspective.Completes chart audits under senior staff's guidance.Notifies Security Department when/if the need arises to ensure the safety of the patient, community, staff and/or property. Informs Emergency Room staff that an immediate evaluation may need to be performed.Attends scheduled supervisory sessions.Makes recommendations to Program Director/Senior Staff regarding improvement needs and suggests resolutions which may enhance quality of treatment and delivery of services.Participates in same gender urine screenings.Accepts the policy and needs random staff drug testing.Understands and adheres to the Medical Center s Code of Conduct, Dress Codes, and Ethical Standards.Familiar with the Medical Center s Mission, Vision, and Values Statements.Other
Job Duties Actively participates in all required department meetings. Attends related in-services, workshops, and conferences, as assigned. Performs other related duties as required.
Education
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- A Counselor Intern (Substance Abuse Worker) is…
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