Short Description
Contribute subject matter expertise to design and development of pilot outpatient Suboxone treatment program with physician medical lead and program managers.
Provides substance abuse counseling services including but not limited to assessment, treatment planning, long-term counseling, psycho education, case management, advocacy, and follow-up to adult patient panel.
Conduct mental health assessments with systematic rating tools and track these in a registry.
Consults with patient's medical team to enhance understanding of patient; provides decision support for treatment planning and assists in the implementation and monitoring of biopsychosocial treatment plans.
Self-care plan development and skills training to facilitate disease self-management, improved coping, distress tolerance, stress reduction and relaxation and affect regulation.
Support protocol-driven substance abuse treatment for patient panel.
Performs on-call duties as required by program protocols and patient need.
Provide behavioral health care management support for Suboxone patient panel, particularly coordination of care between medical providers and community resources.
Experience Required
Education Requirements
Master's degree or doctorate in social work or counseling
License/Certification Requirements
Current NJ SW License - (NJ Licensed Clinical Social Worker or Licensed Professional Counselor or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist)
Special Requirements
Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm; Strong interpersonal skills; Able to work collaboratively with multiple health and community professionals using tact, diplomacy, and discipline; Ability to effectively communicate with people at all levels and from various backgrounds;