Job Description

Job Location: Guardian Recovery Saddle Brook Counseling Center - Saddle Brook, NJ 07663
Position Type: Contractor
Salary Range: $110.00 - $110.00 Commission
Travel Percentage: Negligible
Job Shift: AnyPOSITION PURPOSE:
The Group Therapist is responsible for providing group therapy.

QualificationsPOSITION REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION:
Preferably graduation from an accredited college or university with a health-related degree. Bachelor’s degree preferred. Experience may substitute for degree. Minimum High School Diploma or GED.
EXPERIENCE:
Preferably a minimum of 2 years experience with chemical dependency and/or dual diagnosed clients, preferably in an out-patient setting.
Must have two years of sobriety prior to hire, if recovering from a substance use disorder and participate in a self-help program.
LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION:
Preferably Licensed, registered and/or actively working towards certification to practice clinical discipline, if applicable.
Florida:
CRSS certification and above (preferred or willing/able to obtain)
SKILLS /ABILITIES:
- Knowledge of principles and practices of the discipline.
- Adheres to:
- -         Healthcare Code of Ethics.
- -         Knowledge of Joint Commission Standards.
- -         Federal And State Regulations.
- Demonstrates Proficiency in Verbal and in Written Communication Skills.
- Knowledge of State & Federal Statutes Regarding:
-     Client Confidentiality
-     Drug-Free Workplace
-     Workplace Violence Prevention
-     Corporate Integrity & Compliance
AGE SPECIFIC INDIVIDUALS SERVED/ RESPONSIBILITY:
Adults
OTHER QUALIFICATIONS:
Familiar with community resources
SPECIFIC AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY TO POSITION
- Demonstrates knowledge of chemical dependency and addictions and utilizes knowledge and skills to access and meet the client’s treatment needs and requirements.
- Documents as required in client chart.
- Conducts process groups, educational, chemical dependency, and other groups as assigned.
- Ability to work as a team member, demonstrating maturity under stress and objectivity.
- Demonstrates good communication skills.
- Performs in a professional manner and role models a positive image of substance use.
- Reports abuse of clients’ rights immediately.
- Participates in obtaining the client’s informed consent for procedures, treatments, and research, as appropriate.
- Acts decisively and effectively in managing staff, clients, and other employees during emergency situation.
- Performs other capacities as needed.