Job Location : Lawrence Twp,NJ, USA
Join our team today and immerse yourself in a rewarding career for years to come!Our programs service adults, children, and families. Your role will be essential to our success, and your efforts will influence our ability to provide treatment to our community.Competencies:The potential employee will have the ability assess and interpret information related to population; have knowledge of the symptoms of the disability/disorder and ability to recognize exacerbation of symptoms; have a general understanding of treatment needs; knowledge of available treatment resources and appropriate use; Population-specific communication skills.Responsibilities:Perform outreach, and engagement to determine consumers' eligibility and appropriateness for the program.Provide hospital liaison support to SupervisorProvide supervisory support to team of Housing CounselorsPerform therapeutic rehabilitative skill development with consumersAssist residents in understanding their rights and responsibilities under a tenant lease arrangement and mange disputes with other residents or landlordsAssess with clients strengths and skill deficits related to independent living; assisting clients in acquiring needed skills before and after placement in their new homesAssist and link clients in learning about their neighborhoods (banks, stores, transportation, recreational opportunities and other community supports)Provide supportive counseling and assist consumers in problem solvingCollaborate with consumers, family members and other providers to develop Individualized Rehabilitative PlansTransport consumers and teach them how to take public transportationProvide services including but not limited to psycho-education and support, symptom assessment and management, family/significant other education and support, consumer advocacy and activities of daily livingProvide crisis intervention as neededBenefits:Competitive base salaryMedical and dental insuranceVision planRetirement planFlexible spending plansEXCELLENT time benefits for qualified positions!Opportunity for personal and career growth, including supervision towards professional licensure for eligible candidatesTeam-oriented environment - we practice the FISH! PhilosophyQualifications:An earned master's degree from an accredited institution in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or a related field; orRN license in New Jersey;Previous supervisory and mental health experience. All positions require a valid driver's license in good standing and pre-employment drug screening. Oaks Integrated Care considers applicants for all positions without regard to: race; color; religion; sex; national origin; age; sexual orientation; marital or veteran status; the presence of a medical condition, genetic information or handicap, unrelated to performing the tasks of the job; or any other legally protected status. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.