Addiction Mental Health Assessor jobs in Atlantic City, NJ

• The Mental Health Provider conducts initial consultations to gather patient information.
• Assesses patient's emotional and mental health and develops treatment plans to improve patient's health relative to these areas.
• Prompts questions and uses listening skills to help patients explore their thoughts and feelings.
• Leads patients through mental exercises and role-playing activities, when appropriate.
• Counsels and advises patients on issues of importance to them.
• Intervenes with emergency care techniques when patients are in crisis, per protocols of care.
• Provides referrals for additional care or services if needed, where applicable.
• Maintains detailed and confidential records.
• Conducts visits and/or support groups as appropriate.
• Works in concert with other healthcare team members.
• Provides and maintains a safe environment for the patient.
• Maintains patient medical records and updates patient's files as needed.

• Master's degree in Social Work or Mental Health Counseling from an accredited graduate school in accordance with applicable state standards and requirements.
• Must be an active Licensed Social Worker in the state of NJ. Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Professional Counselor, or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist preferred.
• Minimum one (1) year of post-master's social work or counseling experience in a health care setting in accordance with applicable state standards and guidelines.
• Able to work in a field setting and exhibit ability to make sound judgements.
• Possesses excellent verbal, written, interpersonal communication skills
• Must maintain a professional attitude and demeanor and be able to communicate effectively, relating courteously and cooperatively with patients, caregivers, colleagues, supervisors, co-workers, and all others supporting the mission and vision of the organization.
• Must be able to demonstrate optimism, enthusiasm, and willingness to work constructively with other team members and reflect concern for the well-being of others.
• Possess satisfactory references and pass criminal background, national sex offender, drug and motor vehicle checks.

• Job Type: Salary, Full-Time with benefits.
• FLSA Classification: Exempt

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About the Company:
Angelic Health Practice Group, LLC