Substance Use Counselor
Company: Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Newark
Location: Cranford
Posted on: April 2, 2026
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Job Description:
Mount Carmel Guild Behavioral Health System, a CARF accredited
division of Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Newark, is a
leading provider of mental health and addiction services in
Northern New Jersey. We are currently seeking a Per Diem Substance
Abuse Counselor for our Mount Carmel Guild Substance Use program in
Cranford, NJ. JOB DESCRIPTION: Provide substance use counseling to
clients in the substance use program level 1 and level 2.1, provide
individual, group and family counseling sessions, carries a
caseload of clients ,complete prior authorizations, document
progress notes in electronic health record. Implement evidenced
based modalities to assist clients in their recovery. Complete
treatment plans, and other documentation according to agency
standards,. Admit clients using NJSAMS. Collecting weekly UDS. Make
referrals to detox, inpatient, mental health or supportive services
Supervise interns JOB REQUIREMENTS: Masters Degree in Counseling,
social work, or psychology. LCADC or CADC required. LAC,LPC, LSW or
LCSW preferred. Experience completing prior authorizations and
using NJSAMS. Knowledge of IOP level of treatment Visit our website
ccannj.com CURRENT EMPLOYEES: Please be advised that current
employees applying to open positions within the Agency are required
to fill out an Agency Internal Job Application Form which is
available for download to all employees on HR's public folders in
Outlook. Please forward the completed form to HR via email to the
agency email address indicated at the end of the application form.
AGENCY MISSION: In response to the Gospel of Jesus Christ, Catholic
Charities, as a ministry of the Archdiocese of Newark, serves the
poor and marginalized and advocates for their needs in order to
promote the inherent dignity and worth of all people without regard
to race, religion, or culture.
Keywords: Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Newark, Lower Merion , Substance Use Counselor, Healthcare , Cranford, Pennsylvania
