Our team members are the heart of what makes us better. At Hackensack Meridian Health we help our patients live better, healthier lives — and we help one another to succeed. With a culture rooted in connection and collaboration, our employees are team members. Here, competitive benefits are just the beginning. It’s also about how we support one another and how we show up for our community. Together, we keep getting better - advancing our mission to transform healthcare and serve as a leader of positive change.

 

The Licensed Addictions Counselor II provides individual, family and group therapies and case management to individuals who have primary substance use disorders.

A day in the life of a Licensed Addictions Counselor II at Hackensack Meridian Health includes:

 

1. Completes patient assessment upon intake, including biopsychosocial, ASAM LOC, ASI (Addiction Severity Index), and other related intake documents.
2. Obtains collateral information and engages family, significant others and referral sources. Provides formal communication and documentation to the patient's employer, family, and outside entities.
3. Provides substance use counseling services to Inpatient and/or IOP clients in individual, group and family modalities utilizing evidence-based interventions.  
4. Communicates patient participation/progress to the treatment team.
5. Identifies relevant goals, objectives and interventions documented on the Master Treatment Plan in the patient's chart.
6. Completes documentation of patient's progress including group and individual progress notes, ASAM notes, NJ SAMS and other documentation as required.
7. Interacts in a mature and professional manner with patients, visitors and staff.  Demonstrates a courteous, cooperative, pleasant and positive attitude.  Maintains strict standards of confidentiality.
8. Maintains current knowledge of developments within the field of one's specialization by attending in-service programs, conferences or continuing education as stated in the department's policy on professional development.
9.  Provides instruction to patients and families related to illness and expectations of treatment addressing their learning needs and learning style.
10. Develops a comprehensive discharge plan, in collaboration with the discharge specialist, patient/family patient caregiver, patient support persons and healthcare team that will provide maximum benefit for each patient as needed. 
11. Has a working knowledge of various community agencies and resources and refers patients when appropriate.
12. Participates in departmental meetings, safety huddles, problem solving teams, in-services and other meetings as called by supervisory staff.
13. Handles and disposes of infections and hazardous materials per policies and procedures.
14. Models the 5 Cs standards of behavior.
15. Maintains standards of behavior as established in the Organizational Ethics and Codes of Conduct Policy.
16. Performs other related duties as assigned or requested. Meets or exceeds expectations of patients, hospital and staff members, in person or via the telephone in the course of performing assigned accountabilities.
17. Adheres to HMH Organizational competencies and standards of behavior.

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

1. Master's Degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology or related field.
2. Minimum 2 years of post-licensure relevant work experience in the substance use field.
3. Knowledge of ASAM criteria.
4. Knowledge of Trauma Informed Care.
5. In the case of a recovering individual, one must have two years of continuous sobriety.
6. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.. 
7. Proficient computer skills that may include but are not limited to Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite platforms

 

Licenses and Certifications Required:

1. Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor.
2. NJ Licensed Clinical Social Worker or Professional Counselor License.
3. AHA Basic Health Care Life Support HCP Certification and Handle W/ Care certification, or obtained within 90 days of hire.

 

If you feel the above description speaks directly to your strengths and capabilities, then please apply today!

Starting at $39,197.60 Annually

HMH is committed to pay equity and transparency for our team members. The posted rate of pay in this job posting is a reasonable good faith estimate of the minimum base pay for this role at the time of posting in accordance with the New Jersey Pay Transparency Act and does not reflect the full value of our market-competitive total rewards package.

The starting rate of pay is provided for informational purposes only and is not a guarantee of a specific offer. Posted hourly rates may be stated as an annual salary in the offer and posted annual salaries may be stated as an hourly rate in the offer, depending on the level and nature of the job duties and credentials of the candidate. The base compensation determined at the time of the offer may be different than the posted rate of pay based on a number of non-discriminatory factors, including but not limited to:

Labor Market Data: Compensation is benchmarked against market data to ensure competitiveness.
Experience: Years of relevant work experience.
Education and Certifications: Level of education attained, including specialized certifications, credentials, completed apprenticeship programs or advanced training.
Skills: Demonstrated proficiency in relevant skills and competencies.
Geographic Location: Cost of living and market rates for the specific location.
Internal Equity: Compensation is determined in a manner consistent with compensation ranges for similar roles within the organization.
Budget and Grant Funding: Departmental budgets and any grant funding associated with the job position may impact the pay that can be offered.


Some jobs may also be eligible for performance-based incentives, bonuses, or commissions not reflected in the starting rate. Certain positions may also be eligible for shift differentials for work performed on evening, night, or weekend shifts.

In addition to our compensation for full-time and part-time (20+ hours/week) job positions, HMH offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and retirement benefits.