Substance Abuse Counselor 1

Mental Health/Addiction Services

$54,351.06 - $76,649.82

Ann Klein Forensic Center, located in West Trenton, NJ, invites you to join our team of professionals who are making a difference in the health and welfare of New Jersey citizens. Our inpatient facility provides quality comprehensive mental health services for individuals who require a secured psychiatric setting.

Under the direction of a Program Coordinator (Mental Health/Alcoholism Services) or other supervisory officer, you’ll provide comprehensive alcoholism treatment and services to psychiatrically impaired alcoholics; does related work as required.

REQUIREMENTS

CERTIFICATION: Applicants must possess a certificate as a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC), issued by the Board of Marriage and Family Therapy Examiners, New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs, Department of Law and Public Safety.

NOTE: Applicants who possess the credentials as a Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LCADC) are considered to have met the above certification requirements.

EXPERIENCE: One (1) year of experience in mental health or alcoholism counseling or social work having the responsibility for gathering and analyzing social or health information from clients, determining their needs and planning and carrying out a treatment plan geared to the needs of individual clients.

For consideration, please submit your cover letter and resume with appropriate Reference # to:

Ann Klein Forensic Center

Attn Human Resources Manager

New Jersey Department of Health

PO BOX 7717

West Trenton, NJ 08628-7717

PST.AKFC@doh.nj.gov

Equal Opportunity Employer