The Center for Great Expectations
Clinician, Adult Residential Program
The Center for Great Expectations, Trenton, New Jersey, United States
Clinician, Adult Residential Program
Under the supervision of the Program Manager, the Clinician is responsible for performing clinical assessments, creating treatment plans, and providing individual and group counseling to women with substance use and co‑occurring mental health disorders. The Clinician also manages family counseling and education. With an active caseload of up to eight residents, the clinician will provide trauma‑focused therapeutic interventions and co‑occurring disorder treatment to pregnant and/or parenting women with children up to the age of five. The clinician will work closely with the Assistant Program Manager and the Early Relational Health Clinician and promote the use of the Nurtured Heart Approach© in all activities.
Performance Standards
Perform all duties and demonstrate behaviors and attitudes consistent with the Mission Statement and Core Values of the organization and the Nurtured Heart Approach©.
Build and maintain positive working relationships through effective communication, performance improvement and teamwork efforts.
Show good character and reputation; maintain sufficient physical, mental and emotional health to perform job duties.
Participate in safety programs by identifying potential risks and promoting client and environmental safety.
Achieve individual and team goals and objectives established by the supervisor based on prior performance evaluation.
Comply with HIPAA guidelines regarding client rights and confidentiality.
Comply with documentation and training set forth by Human Resources.
Participate in CGE's clinical research efforts by ensuring accurate and timely reporting for all assessments and evaluations.
Clinical Duties
Participate in intake sessions and collaborate with other residential program staff to ensure accurate and timely completion of all intake documents.
Maintain records as required by organization policies and regulatory and accrediting agencies.
Utilize Motivational Interviewing and other techniques to develop a trusting relationship with residents.
Administer clinical assessments to develop diagnostic impressions and appropriate levels of care, and make recommendations for treatment plans.
Provide trauma‑informed substance use treatment and interventions, individual/group/family counseling, and psychoeducation.
Integrate attachment‑based knowledge of parenting into substance abuse interventions.
Provide crisis intervention as needed.
Coordinate medical/psychiatric consultation and provide treatment updates to nurses/psychiatrists.
Prepare and deliver oral and written case presentations to the treatment team and professional agencies.
Identify, coordinate, and prepare residents for appropriate discharge upon program completion.
Participate in weekly residential program meetings for integrated treatment plans and case management coordination.
Participate in program, committee, and clinical staff meetings and training programs as indicated.
Use the “Adult Resident Handbook” and “Phases of Treatment” to guide residents with program guidelines.
Assist with maintenance of referral list.
Coach Residential Associates to meet each resident’s unique needs and implement individualized plans.
Compliance Requirements
Assess counseling needs of clients.
Use ASI or other standardized assessment tools and diagnose clients using DSM.
Determine appropriate level of care based on ASAM PPC.
Obtain relevant previous records.
Collaborate with clients to develop written, client‑centered treatment plans with measurable objectives.
Monitor and provide written schedules to ensure treatment plans are met.
Provide substance abuse counseling services as specified in the client treatment plan.
Review clients throughout the treatment episode per ASAM PPC.
Revise substance abuse counseling portion of the plan as needed.
Develop client discharge/transfer plans for movement to appropriate levels of care.
Coordinate with referral sources and provide case consultation.
Participate in multidisciplinary team for assigned clients.
Maintain documentation of all counseling, education, assessments, referrals, and follow‑up in the client record with signatures and dates.
General Duties
Build and maintain positive working relationships through effective communication, performance improvement and teamwork efforts.
Participate in CGE staff meetings and training as requested.
Work as a member of a team to establish a high level of care toward residents.
Maintain a professional manner at all times, treating all persons with dignity and respect.
Uphold on‑call responsibilities on a rotating basis.
Remain flexible and available for day and evening hours, including some weekends.
Assist with transportation as needed.
Support seamless transitions among CGE’s continuum of care.
Provide clerical assistance in the main office as needed.
Perform other duties as requested.
Requirements Qualifications:
Master's degree in counseling, education, social work, or related field experience.
LAC, LSW or comparable licensure required; LPC or LCSW preferred. Willingness to pursue LCADC /CADC credentials within three years of employment.
Minimum of one year experience in the addiction field.
Experience working with high‑risk, substance‑using populations in residential settings.
Experience with cognitive behavioral therapeutic approaches and motivational interviewing preferred.
Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills with a friendly and professional demeanor.
Passion for CGE’s mission and ability to communicate this passion to others.
Team‑player approach; strong organizational, project management and problem‑solving skills with impeccable multitasking abilities.
Flexibility to meet daily changing needs and handle obstacles with compassion and resolve.
Current New Jersey driver’s license; must meet safe driving requirements.
Bilingual (English/Spanish) speaking a plus.
Salary:
$68,000 per year
Seniority Level: Entry level
Employment Type: Full‑time
Job Function: Health Care Provider
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Performance Standards
Perform all duties and demonstrate behaviors and attitudes consistent with the Mission Statement and Core Values of the organization and the Nurtured Heart Approach©.
Build and maintain positive working relationships through effective communication, performance improvement and teamwork efforts.
Show good character and reputation; maintain sufficient physical, mental and emotional health to perform job duties.
Participate in safety programs by identifying potential risks and promoting client and environmental safety.
Achieve individual and team goals and objectives established by the supervisor based on prior performance evaluation.
Comply with HIPAA guidelines regarding client rights and confidentiality.
Comply with documentation and training set forth by Human Resources.
Participate in CGE's clinical research efforts by ensuring accurate and timely reporting for all assessments and evaluations.
Clinical Duties
Participate in intake sessions and collaborate with other residential program staff to ensure accurate and timely completion of all intake documents.
Maintain records as required by organization policies and regulatory and accrediting agencies.
Utilize Motivational Interviewing and other techniques to develop a trusting relationship with residents.
Administer clinical assessments to develop diagnostic impressions and appropriate levels of care, and make recommendations for treatment plans.
Provide trauma‑informed substance use treatment and interventions, individual/group/family counseling, and psychoeducation.
Integrate attachment‑based knowledge of parenting into substance abuse interventions.
Provide crisis intervention as needed.
Coordinate medical/psychiatric consultation and provide treatment updates to nurses/psychiatrists.
Prepare and deliver oral and written case presentations to the treatment team and professional agencies.
Identify, coordinate, and prepare residents for appropriate discharge upon program completion.
Participate in weekly residential program meetings for integrated treatment plans and case management coordination.
Participate in program, committee, and clinical staff meetings and training programs as indicated.
Use the “Adult Resident Handbook” and “Phases of Treatment” to guide residents with program guidelines.
Assist with maintenance of referral list.
Coach Residential Associates to meet each resident’s unique needs and implement individualized plans.
Compliance Requirements
Assess counseling needs of clients.
Use ASI or other standardized assessment tools and diagnose clients using DSM.
Determine appropriate level of care based on ASAM PPC.
Obtain relevant previous records.
Collaborate with clients to develop written, client‑centered treatment plans with measurable objectives.
Monitor and provide written schedules to ensure treatment plans are met.
Provide substance abuse counseling services as specified in the client treatment plan.
Review clients throughout the treatment episode per ASAM PPC.
Revise substance abuse counseling portion of the plan as needed.
Develop client discharge/transfer plans for movement to appropriate levels of care.
Coordinate with referral sources and provide case consultation.
Participate in multidisciplinary team for assigned clients.
Maintain documentation of all counseling, education, assessments, referrals, and follow‑up in the client record with signatures and dates.
General Duties
Build and maintain positive working relationships through effective communication, performance improvement and teamwork efforts.
Participate in CGE staff meetings and training as requested.
Work as a member of a team to establish a high level of care toward residents.
Maintain a professional manner at all times, treating all persons with dignity and respect.
Uphold on‑call responsibilities on a rotating basis.
Remain flexible and available for day and evening hours, including some weekends.
Assist with transportation as needed.
Support seamless transitions among CGE’s continuum of care.
Provide clerical assistance in the main office as needed.
Perform other duties as requested.
Requirements Qualifications:
Master's degree in counseling, education, social work, or related field experience.
LAC, LSW or comparable licensure required; LPC or LCSW preferred. Willingness to pursue LCADC /CADC credentials within three years of employment.
Minimum of one year experience in the addiction field.
Experience working with high‑risk, substance‑using populations in residential settings.
Experience with cognitive behavioral therapeutic approaches and motivational interviewing preferred.
Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills with a friendly and professional demeanor.
Passion for CGE’s mission and ability to communicate this passion to others.
Team‑player approach; strong organizational, project management and problem‑solving skills with impeccable multitasking abilities.
Flexibility to meet daily changing needs and handle obstacles with compassion and resolve.
Current New Jersey driver’s license; must meet safe driving requirements.
Bilingual (English/Spanish) speaking a plus.
Salary:
$68,000 per year
Seniority Level: Entry level
Employment Type: Full‑time
Job Function: Health Care Provider
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