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Co-Occurring Specialist
Location:
West Orange, NJ
Description:
Qualifications Master’s Degree in the field of social work, psychology, counseling or a related field. Bachelor's Degree in the field of Mental Health, Heath or other appropriate Human Services related discipline, plus two years of experience working with individuals with co-occurring issues.A current and valid Driver’s license in good standing is required. Responsibilities Provide outreach services implementing strengths-based, person centered services Provide outreach, engagement, case management, skill-building and clinical back up regarding co-occurring issues Provide on/offsite services and support services to individuals dually diagnosed with mental illness and substance abuse disorders Coordinate service provision for individuals with co-occurring substance use problems Provide on-going consultation and training to agency staff regarding issues involving individuals with co-occurring substance use problems Provide case management and ongoing linkage to community supports Promote the integration of physical and mental health Provide 24/7 support to hose served by the program through an on call rotation Assist individuals with utilizing all available community supports that best meet their needs Complete all required documentation in clinical files and in HIS in a timely basis as per policies and applicable regulations Attend supervision meetings and agency staff meetings Attend meetings with program partners and community providers to reach program objectives Must meet all expected productivity levels, in regards to the direct service Perform other duties as assigned by the PATH Director Special Skills Needed: Ability to assess general clinical status as well as interpret clinical charts when available Ability to identify clinical crisis that may require emergency intervention Ability to complete a bio-psychosocial interview Ability to engage with individuals Ability to network with a variety of both formal and informal community resources and supports Ability to educate individuals regarding mental illness and other functional impairments Ability to discuss substance abuse/dependence issues as well as educate individuals on these issues Follow “safe driving” habits as identified by Motor Vehicle report Have awareness of clinical resources available and means required to obtain them Ability to assist individuals in creating a crisis plan with that utilizes all community 24 hour services Ability to educate individuals on how to follow a crisis plan Ability to clearly communicate verbally and in writing Reports to Program Director - Projects for Assistance in Transition from Homelessness (PATH)#HFully paid medical coverage for eligible staff.Generous 401(k) match.Plentiful Paid Holidays, Vacation, Personal and Sick time.MHAEM is a proud equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to attracting, retaining, and maximizing the performance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is MHAEM’s policy to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, genetic information, citizenship status, uniformed service member or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.EEO/AA M/F/M/V/D Employee Rights under the FMLA Powered by JazzHR
Company:
Mental Health Association
Posted:
October 2 on The Resumator
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