Support Specialist - CADC

SUMMARY

Residential program for adult residents which are state inmates classified to a work release/substance abuse program. Staff is accountable to carry out assigned duties relating to the treatment and security of the residence and residents while following established protocols and procedures approved by NJAC and the NJ Department of Corrections. The employee in this classification is part of the treatment team.

The employee performs a treatment function and the primary provider of clinical services to clients. This position maintains accountability for the client as established through the funding source, and according to agency policy. The employee is responsible for conducting risk/needs assessments and developing service plans for all clients assigned to their caseload and implementing those plans subject to review by the Treatment Team and/or approval of the Treatment Director.

• Ensure that each client is properly served and treatment is rendered accordance to industry standards.
• Ensure the development and implementation of:
  • Client records including social histories, chronological reports, case summaries and other information as needed.
  • Comprehensive assessment and treatment plans for residents within established time frames.
  • Individual and group counseling.
  • Effective crisis intervention and conflict resolution.
  • Monthly behavioral evaluations.
  • Conducting interventions.
  • Individual/group lectures and didactic presentations.
  • Participation in multidisciplinary case conferences and treatment plan reviews.
  • Developing aftercare treatment plans, and all required documentation.
  • Other areas of focus which may include Alumni Services, Family Services Smoke Cessation, Orientation and HIV Services.
• Maintain client and staff confidentiality in compliance with administrative policies and procedures.
• Ensure contract violations are reported and addressed immediately.
• Review medication log for compliance.
• Perform Accountability Duties:
  • Accounting for each resident in the facility and in the community on a “real time” basis.
  • Ensuring the safety and security of staff and residents in the Facility.
  • Providing supervision and surveillance of the residents, staff and visitors as well as the facility perimeter.
  • Ensuring that contraband is not brought into the facility.
  • Conducting facility searches.
  • Conducting urine monitoring.
  • Monitoring entry and egress of all residents and visitors.
• Plan:
  • Complete required annual training in compliance with due dates.
  • Participate in daily shift-change meetings, monthly staff meetings, weekly house meetings, weekly treatment team meetings as well as semiannual training and meetings as scheduled.
• Organize:
  • Ensure that program activities operate within the policies and procedures of the organization and our funder.
  • Ensure that program activities comply with all relevant professional and accreditation standards and licensure. (ACA, PREA, DHMAS Licensure)
  • Meet all required internal and external standards and policies.
• Represent:
  • Write reports on the program for management and funders as required.
  • Communicate with management and funders as outlined in funding agreements.
  • Ensure reports and supporting documentation for funders are prepared as outlined in funding agreements.
• Other duties as assigned.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Supervision responsibilities include:
  Residential clients

• A NJ LCADC or CADC or another licensed health professional doing work of an alcohol and drug counseling nature within their scope of duties.

• Successfully pass Criminal, Education, Substance Use Testing and Driver Background checks conducted by the Organization and Funder.
• Maintain background free of infractions which may result in the termination of employment.
• Have access to an insured, registered vehicle.
• Possess a valid Driver’s License.

• Knowledge of client groups and/or issues related to the program area.
• Possesses thorough working knowledge of social learning theory, cognitive-behavioral intervention and approaches, assessment and evaluation and demonstrated competencies in training, group interaction, and mentoring.
• Working with addictive personalities; a basic understanding of human behavior; and utilizing group dynamics to address special needs populations.

• Word processing
• Simple accounting
• Databases
• Spreadsheets
• E-mail
• Internet
• Client Tracking Software

• Ethical Behavior:
  • Understand ethical behavior and business practices, and ensure that own behavior and the behavior of others is consistent with these standards and aligns with the values of the organization.
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