Gambling Disorder Clinician

Are you searching for a fulfilling place to develop your career and an opportunity to make an impact in someone’s life? At Integrity, we believe that a vibrant company culture which supports and nurtures our employees is so important that it is the key to our success. With our team culture, we listen to your ideas and invest in your career growth! Our purpose and passion are to empower clients, their loved ones, and our communities by helping individuals achieve recovery and optimal wellness of the mind, body, and spirit. Be a part of our team whose mission is to help individuals and families through an effective and measurable system of comprehensive Therapeutic Community addictions treatment, mental health treatment, and recovery support in a way that brings about positive, long-term lifestyle change.

We are excited to announce our Gambling Disorder Clinician opening in Newark, NJ! The Gambling Disorder Clinician is intended to provide treatment and case management for individuals with a dual disorder of gambling disorder and mental health (MH) issues and/or gambling disorder and substance use disorder (SUD). The goal of these services are meant to deliver a holistic integrated framework of care that improves overall psychosocial functioning. Bring about awareness throughout the agency of the impact prevalence of gambling addiction.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities of an Gambling Disorder Clinician

• Assess client’s counseling needs using evidence-based validated assessment tools (i.e. ASI, CASI, etc.), diagnose clients for substance use disorders using the DSM, and determine appropriate level of care based on ASAM PPC in order to provide individual and group therapy, psycho-education, case management, and crisis intervention to clients.

• Implement an evidence-based gambling screen for all admissions to care utilizing the Brief Psychosocial Gambling Screen (BPGS)

• Counselors should obtain previous records that are relevant to the current treatment episode and collaborate with clients to develop a written treatment plan that is client-centered, recovery oriented and includes goals with measurable objectives.

• Provide active case consultations and maintain ongoing communication (direct & in-direct) with supervisor, Director, coworkers, families (if consent is given) and referral sources; participate in weekly Multidisciplinary Treatment Team meetings for assigned clients, clinical supervision, trainings, workshops, and etc. – as assigned by Director.

• Provide a full gambling assessment for individuals identified as at risk for a gambling disorder.

• Include gambling specific treatment in clients’ treatment plan/plan of care when a gambling disorder has been identified.

• Provide psycho-education on gambling to all participants in the treatment program.

• Provide treatment of gambling disorders through individual, group, family therapy for those with an identified gambling disorder or at risk of a gambling disorder.

• Recovery support activities such as Gamblers Anonymous Meetings, relaxation techniques, stress reduction, finance, budgeting, SMART recovery, and peer recovery services.

• Keep accurate records and clinical documentation, in accordance with Annex A requirements; complete clinical documentation for all counseling, education services, assessments, reassessments, referrals, and follow-up in the paper and/or electronic records while maintaining quality assurance standards are met.

• Document complete and detailed facility incident reports for Director and any other persons stipulated to receive them, including referral source per contractual agreement and emergency contact when appropriate.

• Develop client’s transfer and/or discharge plans to ensure movement to appropriate levels of care; contact referral source (s), provide case consultation and coordinate with referral sources (i.e., criminal justice agencies, schools, employers, DCP&P, and/or mental health treatment providers).

• Perform additional functions supportive of the program as assigned by the respective Program Director.

• Senior Counselor may have supervisory and administrative responsibilities.

• Senior Counselor may be assigned staff members within the department for direct supervision.

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Services field (Preferred). Counselor II, III, IV, will require a Master's degree

• At least three (3) years’ experience in human services fieldwork (Preferred)

• Experience in mental health and/or substance use program management, delivery, and evaluation (Preferred)

Required Licensing or Certifications:

• CADC, LCADC, LAC, LPC, LCSW, LSW clinicians who at minimum agree to participate in the Rutgers 30-hour training sponsored by DMHAS with the intent of pursuing the ICGC I within two years.

• The International Certification in Gambling Counseling (ICGC) level I or II and a bachelor’s or master’s degree in health, psychology, counseling, social work, education or other behavioral health profession.

• CADC, LCADC, LAC, LPC, LCSW, LSW with one (1) year experience working with individuals who have a gambling use disorder and: (a) have completed the 30-hour gambling specific training toward ICGC I; (b) have commenced direct clinical contact hours in a IGCCB approved setting; and (c) are on track toreceive the ICGC I within two years.

• Direct supervision provided by credentialed provider in Gambling Addiction Services

• A valid Driver’s License

Specialized Skills, Abilities and Knowledge:

• Strong working knowledge of ASAM-PPC 2-R Placement Criteria

• Strong understanding of symptom criteria (as outlined in the DSM-IV) necessary to identify mental health and substance use disorders.

• Understanding of recovery from serious mental illnesses, and co-occurring disorders.

• Proficient in the following evidence-based practices: MI/Stages of Change; IMR; WRAP; DBT; SS; SBIRT; CRAFT; MAT; Harm Reduction; Tobacco Cessation; Zero Suicide Model; PACT.

• In-depth knowledge of the causes and effects of addiction on individuals, families and society

• Understanding of crisis management and the ability to deal with life threatening situations including the prevention of suicide and/or homicide

• Knowledge of needs and risk assessment

• Comprehension of case management and record keeping practices

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office suite

• Cultural Sensitivity, Awareness and Humility

• In depth knowledge and strict adherence to the Code of Ethics and client’s Bill of Rights

• Ability to clinically justify treatment at various level of care using ASAM placement criteria

• Ability to conduct clinical assessments under the supervision of a Clinical Supervisor

• Effective clinical communication, both written and verbal

• Ability to establish strong therapeutic alliances with clients and solid working relationships with staff

• Ability to demonstrate cultural awareness, genuine positive regard and empathy regarding client concerns

• Demonstrated ability to maintain strict confidentiality in performing counselor duties

Work Schedule:Monday through Friday 9:00am-5:00pm

Why Work for Integrity?

We believe that work is more than a place you go every day. It is about being inspired and motivated to achieve extraordinary things. We believe that workplace diversity and the inclusion of a variety of views, perspectives, and backgrounds are integral parts of our company's success and provides you with the best co-workers you could ask for. Our employee benefits play an important role in making Integrity a great place to work.

Our Exceptional Benefits Package Includes:

• Low Cost and Generous Medical and Prescription Coverage (ask us for our benefits summary, we are proud of it!)
• Employer Paid Dental
• Employer Paid Vision
• Employer Paid Life and AD&D
• Employer Paid Long Term Disability
• Employer Paid Health Reimbursement Account
• Generous Vacation, Sick, Personal and Holiday Time
• 403(b) Plan with a Dollar for Dollar Match up to 3% of Compensation
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Flexible Spending Account
• Commuter Benefit Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement – up to $4,000 annual
• Recognition Rewards
• Professional Development Assistance

Who We Are?

Since 1968, Integrity House has provided comprehensive and compassionate addiction treatment services for individuals with substance use disorders. Integrity is accredited from the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF), an independent, nonprofit accreditor of health and human services, at its highest level, Integrity House is recognized statewide as a treatment leader. Integrity House is committed to best practice and has expanded its program and services throughout the years to remain a practical resource for those who need help. We currently offer inpatient, residential, and outpatient, levels of addiction treatment, including medication-assisted treatment; treatment for co-occurring disorders; outpatient mental health services; recovery programs; education and workforce readiness opportunities; and supportive housing.

Apply today! Be part of an amazing interdisciplinary team committed to rebuilding lives, families and communities.

Integrity is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. Integrity House openly supports and fully commits to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $53,500.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Medical Specialty:

• Psychiatry

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No nights
• No weekends

Ability to Commute:

• Newark, NJ 07114 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Newark, NJ 07114: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $4,000 - $53,500