Capital Health is the region's leader in providing progressive, quality patient care with significant investments in our exceptional physicians, nurses and staff, as well as advance technology. Capital Health is a five-time Magnet-Recognized health system for nursing excellence and is comprised of 2 hospitals. Capital Health Medical Group is made up of more than 250 physicians and other providers who offer primary and specialty care, as well as hospital-based services, to patients throughout the region.
Capital Health recognizes that attracting the best talent is key to our strategy and success as an organization. As a result, we aim for flexibility in structuring competitive compensation offers to ensure we can attract the best candidates.
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Position Overview
Day shift 40 hours rotating weekends
Capital Health Job Descriptions VERSION: 1 JOB TITLE: Lic Cln Alcohol/Drug Counselor COST CENTER: 000000 JOB CODE: 21210 FLSA Exemption Status: Non-Exempt Telecommuting Eligible: SUMMARY (Basic Purpose of the Job) Performs a variety of patient care and therapeutic activities in support of the multidisciplinary team in the treatment and rehabilitation of patient population with substance abuse problems. Provides Advanced professional counseling, addictions screening, intake, orientation, assessment, treatment planning, case management, crisis intervention, referral, consultation and addictions related education. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Education: Master's degree in related field OR grandfathered under NJ State as Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor. Experience: 4 years substance abuse experience. Other Credentials: AHA BLS - Healthcare Provider,Lic Cert Alcohol/Drug Counsel Knowledge and Skills: Special Training: Mental, Behavioral and Emotional Abilities: Usual Work Day: 8 Hours Reporting Relationships Does this position formally supervise employees? No ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Performs a variety of patient care and therapeutic activities in support of the Performs a variety of patient care and therapeutic activities in support of the multidisciplinary team in the treatment and rehabilitation of patient population with substance abuse problems. Provides Advanced professional counseling, addictions screening, intake, orientation, assessment, treatment planning, case management, crisis intervention, referral, consultation and addictions related education. Provides clinical supervision, instruction, direction and consultation to Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselors or Certified Addictions Counselors and other staff as required. Collaborates with other disciplines in development of treatment plans and referrals. Formulates and conducts programs to promote prevention of alcohol and drug abuse. Reviews patient medical record to remain aware of patient's status, treatment, progress and problems. Intervenes with critical patients such as escalating of behavior, suicidal behavior, elopement and other emergency situations occurring. Maintains a safe environment for patients, visitors and staff in accordance with the safety policy. Provides advanced professional alcohol and drug counseling. Provides counseling to patients with substance abuse - individual, group and family sessions. Identifies and responds to patients in crisis, provides addictions related education and teaches life skills. Documents client related information in accordance with CHS policy and regulations. Conducts discussion group activities to assist patients in overcoming alcohol and drug dependency. Participates in patient health teaching groups as they relate to substance abuse. Participates in unit based activities and continuing education activities. Prepares annual goals and objectives specific to the occupational therapy program. Participates in performance improvement activities. Participates in staff meetings, case conferences, and agency-sponsored educational sessions. PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT Frequent physical demands include: Standing , Walking , Carry objects , Wrist position deviation , Pinching/fine motor activities , Keyboard use/repetitive motion Occasional physical demands include: Sitting , Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders) , Push/Pull , Twisting , Bending , Reaching forward , Reaching overhead , Squat/kneel/crawl , Taste or Smell Continuous physical demands include: Talk or Hear Lifting Floor to Waist 15 lbs. Lifting Waist Level and Above 10 lbs. Sensory Requirements include: Accurate Near Vision, Accurate Far Vision, Color Discrimination, Minimal Depth Perception, Accurate Hearing Anticipated Occupational Exposure Risks Include the following: Bloodborne Pathogens , Dust/Particulate Matter
Offers are contingent upon successful completion of our onboarding process and pre-employment physical. Capital Health will require all applicants to have an annual flu vaccine prior to start date, with the exception of individuals with medical and religious exemptions.
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For benefit eligible roles, in addition to cash compensation, we provide a comprehensive and highly competitive benefits package, with a variety of physical health, retirement and savings, caregiving, emotional wellbeing, transportation, robust PTO plan, overtime to eligible roles, and other benefits, including "elective" benefits employees may select to best fit the needs and personal situations of our diverse workforce.
The pay rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. When determining base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered including, but not limited to location, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget, market data, and internal equity. Bonus and/or incentive eligibility are determined by role and level.
The salary applies specifically to the position being advertised and does not include potential bonuses, incentive compensation, differential pay or other forms of compensation, compensation allowance, or benefits health or welfare. Actual total compensation may vary based on factors such as experience, skills, qualifications, and other relevant criteria.
