Habilitation Counselor

Rutgers University

place Newark, 07112

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Hybrid (Remote and Onsite)

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Counseling, Social Work, Other Behavioral, Mental, or Healthcare Field

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Internship, Full-Time

local_atm $54,196a year

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Retirement Plan, Other Benefits

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title

Habilitation Counselor

Job Category

Staff & Executive - Healthcare

Department

UBHC-Adult Outpatient Services-NWK

Overview

Rutgers University Behavioral Health Care (UBHC), established in 1971, offers a full continuum of evidence based behavioral health and addiction services for children, adolescents, adults, and seniors throughout New Jersey. UBHC’s 1,060 experienced behavioral health professionals and support staff are dedicated to treatment, prevention, and education. UBHC, one of the largest providers of behavioral health care in the country, has a budget of $260 million and has 15 sites throughout New Jersey. Services are readily accessible and include: inpatient, outpatient, partial hospitalization, screening, crisis stabilization, family/caregiver support, community outreach and case management, supportive housing, supported employment, prevention and consultation, employee assistance programs, and a licensed therapeutic school from preschool through high school.

Specialty services include the New Jersey suicide prevention helpline and peer help lines for police, veterans, active military, teachers, mothers of special needs children and child protective service workers. In FY2016, UBHC treated 16,199 consumers, had 24,502 admissions, and touched the lives of 19,441 individual callers through peer support. In addition, UBHC is the primary mental health training resource for the New Jersey departments of Human Services, Children and Families, and Corrections, delivering 16,000 trainings each year.

Posting Summary

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Habilitation Counselor for teh Department of Child & Adolescent Services – Collaborative Behavioral Health Care Program (CBHP) within Rutgers University Behavioral Health Care.

The purpose of the Habilitation Counselor position is to provide site and community based case management and supported employment services to individuals receiving treatment services through UBHC’s Outpatient Clinic services.

Among the key duties of this position are the following:

As part of the Collaborative Behavioral Health Care Program (CBHP) team, actively participates in hotline calls. Assures calls are handled in an effective and “consumer friendly” manner.
Assesses and manages case management needs of youth and families and facilitates connection to Hub and community resources.
Advocates for appropriate resources for clients and families based on assessed needs as measured by supervisory observation.
Completes appropriate documentation and utilization review.
Conducts professional and employee responsibilities in a manner that promotes CBHP program and UBHC objectives.
Completes appropriate internal paperwork (paper or electronic) required by CBHP program, UBHC, and the University.
Supports goals and objectives of University Behavioral Health Care.

FLSA

Exempt

Grade

19S

Salary Details

Minimum Salary

54196.000

Mid Range Salary

64635.000

Maximum Salary

76450.000

Offer Information

The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university’s broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.

Benefits

Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include:

Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options
Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable)
Life insurance coverage
Employee discount programs

Position Status

Full Time

Working Hours

Standard Hours

37.50

Daily Work Shift

Day

Work Arrangement

This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.

Union Description

HPAE 5094

Payroll Designation

PeopleSoft

Seniority Unit

Terms of Appointment

Staff - 12 month

Position Pension Eligibility

ABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

Bachelor’s Degree in a behavioral health or related human services field and one (1) year related experience.

Certifications/Licenses

Applicants possessing a degree in Social Work must have an active New Jersey certification/licensure as required by the State Board of Social Work.
Valid driver’s license.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Preferred Qualifications

Equipment Utilized

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Physical Demands:

The employee frequently spends time prolonged sitting, talking and listening in groups as well as on the telephone, walks, bends, stretches, and pulls.
Per program demand, may have to travel within the State.

Work Environment:

When in the office, generally pleasant working conditions in a clean well-lighted quiet to moderately loud setting.
Varied when on outreaches to homes and community settings in Essex County, with some neighborhoods being considered dangerous.

Special Conditions

Posting Details

Posting Number

25ST0219

Posting Open Date

Special Instructions to Applicants

Regional Campus

Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)

Home Location Campus

Newark (RBHS)

City

Newark

State

Location Details

Pre-employment Screenings

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.

Immunization Requirements

Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate’s offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.