Habilitation Counselor

Posting Summary Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a per diem Habilitation Counselor for the Children’s Mobile Response and Stabilization Services within Rutgers University Behavioral Health Care.The primary purpose of the per diem Habilitation Counselor is to provide assessments for the Children’s Mobile Response and Stabilization Services (CMRSS) program in designated catchment area that meet quality and quantity standards within UBHC and the Children’s System of Care (CSoC). Performs functions in support of the UBHC mission providing streamlined, prompt, and “consumer friendly” crisis response services. Receives telephone requests for service, undertakes crisis assessment of the service needs of the client or customer, responds by outreach to the family, assesses the youth and family strengths and current crisis situation, makes appropriate referrals for time-limited stabilization services, monitors effectiveness of services and makes linkages for aftercare. Demonstrates competency in recognizing the unique needs and applying relevant crisis stabilization approaches for children and adolescent and their families.Among the key duties of this position are the following: Ensures that telephone contacts with clients or family members occur in an appropriately courteous, helpful fashion. Obtains crisis assessment information in accordance with CMRSS protocols and accurately and appropriately inputs data in unit’s information system. Demonstrates proficiency in utilizing computer systems to accurately retrieve and input information in accordance with established protocols. Provides face to face interventions in the community including, but not limited to, families’ homes, schools, group homes, foster homes, shelters, and the detention center. Manages the provision of such crisis stabilization services for up to eight (8) weeks. Provides case management services to inform and assist families with gaining access to needed legal, medical, social, education, mental health, addiction, co-occurring, and other services. Acquires familiarity with agencies in the designated catchment area that provides services to children, adolescents and their families that can provide crisis stabilization services and providing ongoing support/resources for the family. Completes appropriate documentation and utilization review. FLSA Nonexempt Grade 19B Salary Details 33.59 per hour Minimum Salary 27.820 Mid Range Salary 33.190 Maximum Salary 39.210 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 Per Diem Working Hours Standard Hours 1.00 Daily Work Shift Day Work Arrangement Consistent with the current application of Rutgers Policy 60.3.22 or the applicable provisions of relevant collective negotiations agreements, this position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement. Flexible work arrangements are not permanent, are subject to change or discontinuation, and contingent on the employee receiving approval in the FlexWork@RU Application System. Union Description HPAE 5094 Payroll Designation PeopleSoft Seniority Unit Terms of Appointment Staff - 12 month Position Pension Eligibility None Qualifications Minimum Education and Experience Bachelor’s Degree in a behavioral health or related human services field and one (1) year of behavioral health or human services 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. Must obtain the Children’s System of Care (CSoC) Crisis Assessment Tool (CAT) certification within six (6) months of employment and the Crisis Intervention Specialist (CIS) certification within eighteen (18) months of employment. Must maintain active certifications annually. Valid driver’s license. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Preferred Qualifications Community based youth support/case management experience. 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 work long hours, travel within the State and lift up to 10 pounds. Must have the ability to drive and to respond to a family crisis designated catchment area within one (1) hour when on-call. Work Environment: Handles phone requests under time and decision making pressure. 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 the designated catchment area, with some neighborhoods being considered dangerous. Special Conditions Must be available for on-call.