I. CALL TO ORDER

This scheduled meeting was called to order at 9:45 a.m. in the Sussex Conference Room, 6th floor, 124 Halsey Street, Newark, New Jersey by Committee Chairman Edward Reading who gave notice of compliance with the Open Public Meetings Act.

II. ROLL CALL

Present:

Committee Member, Norwood Allen
Committee Chair, Edward Reading
Committee Vice Chair, Sylvia Lippe
Committee Member, Jamie Lugo

Recused:

Committee Member, Lorenzo Puertas

Until the matter is resolved, Public Member, Lorenzo S. Puertas recused from attendance based on services he provides related to the profession that may be a possible violation of the statutory requirement for public board members.

Staff Present:

Executive Director, Elaine L. DeMars
Deputy Attorney General, Susan Berger
Administrative Staff, Celeste Paige
Administrative Staff, Vivian Lopez

III. APPROVAL OF MINUTES

On a motion by Jamie Lugo, seconded by Sylvia Lippe, the minutes of the February 21, 2008 public meeting were approved as presented.

IV. PUBLIC COMMENT

There were no members of the public present.

V. EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR’S REPORT

Executive Director Elaine DeMars reported that the renewal process for alcohol and drug counselors will begin with the mailing of the "My License Letter." The notification, scheduled for mid-late May, 2008, will be mailed to all licensees and certificate holders in the "Active" status and will provide instructions for the online renewal as well as a phone number for those who wish to request a paper renewal. It was noted that the Committee office will not have the ability to send paper renewals.

The Committee briefly discussed the continuing education requirement for renewal with a preliminary discussion of the audit of the legal standards requirement (N.J.A.C. 13:34C-5.2(d)).

VI. CORRESPONDENCE

A. Beth Hart

The Committee reviewed Ms. Hart’s request for credit for a continuing education course entitled, "Conquering Stereotypes." The Committee directed that Mrs. Hart be informed that the course sponsored by the Division of Addiction Services with the Camden County Council requires approval by one of the approved providers listed in N.J.A.C. 13:34C-5.3(b)1.

B. Henry Rowlette

The Committee reviewed Mr. Rowlette’s explanation for the use of the CADC credential in his advertisements. On advise of counsel, the matter was moved to executive session.

VII. DAS MATTERS

Executive Director DeMars and Committee Chair Edward Reading await Department approval to attend the New Jersey Counselor Association’s April 28, 2008 conference. In concert with the Division of Addiction Services, the presentation will focus on requirements for licensure for individuals holding a clinical license (LPC, LCSW, LMFT, etc.) to practice in New Jersey. DAS also plans to provide information on the Workforce Development Initiative and scholarship opportunities.

VIII. APCBNJ MATTERS

The Committee accepted as informational the February 2008 Newsletter and noted the article entitled: "Transferring your IC&RC AODA credential into New Jersey" as well as schedules for the Legal Standards course required for renewal.

IX. INCASE - International Coalition for Addiction Studies Education

In his capacity as the national President-Elect, Committee Chair Edward Reading discussed the program approval process and application portfolio. Pilot initiatives are underway in New Jersey, Pennsylvania and Washington in colleges and universities with matriculated addiction studies programs. Programs will go through an accreditation process. Dr. Reading reported that nearly half of the applicable New Jersey programs attended a meeting and a second session is planned to accommodate the remainder of the respective New Jersey educational institutions. Dr. Reading reported that it appears that the accreditation process is accepted and sought.

X. OLD BUSINESS

A. Continuing Psychology Education, Inc. - Richard Schuman

Upon review of a booklet offering continuing education contact hours for LCADCs and CADCs, the Committee directed that a letter be sent to Continuing Psychology Education, Inc. to advise that the information listed in the booklet is incorrect and misleading. A copy of the names and address of licensees who took the course and a letter from Mr. Shuman notifying the licensees that the course does not meet the requirements was also reviewed. The Committee determined that the licensees who have taken the courses may use the contact hours towards the general continuing education requirement but the course work does not satisfy the legal standards mandatory course requirement (N.J.A.C. 13:34C-5.2(d)). Letters will be sent to NBCC and NADAAC expressing the Committee’s concerns and to request verification of the approval and clarification of the criteria and procedures for review and approval.

B. Ronald Teed, LCADC

The Committee reviewed Mr. Teed’s requests for an unrestricted license. Upon a second review, the Committee did not find sufficient documentation to justify removing the restrictions in the Consent Order. Mr. Teed will be informed that if he wishes to make further application for a modification he must document full compliance with each ordering paragraph of Consent Order.

XI. REVIEW OF CREDENTIALS

On a motion by Sylvia Lippe, seconded by Jamie Lugo the following applicants were approved:

CADC Regular

Beverly, Rene
Caldwell, Denise
They, Margaret A.
Wright, Janice A

LCADC Regular

Dawson, Brian
Jarvis, Denise*
Martinez, Keith*
McCarthy, Patrick

LCADC Upgrade

Akins, Andrea C.

Approved to Sit for the Oral Exam

Braneck, Roberta A.

Approved to Sit for the Written and Oral Exam

Beck, Elaine B.
Islam, Harvin W.*
Jones, Deborah
Katz, Josefina
O’Brien, Lawrence J.
Preston, Norris
Nixon, Rose M.
Schmidt, Stephanie
Wise, Willie

* Pending satisfactory completion of the criminal history background check requirement.

XII. NEXT MEETING

The next meeting of the Committee is scheduled for May 22, 2008

May 22, 2008 (Thursday) September 19, 2008
June 27, 2008 October 24, 2008
July 25, 2008 November 21, 2008
August 22, 2008 December 19, 2008

XIII. EXECUTIVE SESSION

At 10:50 a.m. on a motion by Sylvia Lippe, seconded by Jamie Lugo, the Committee moved to Executive Session to discuss pending disciplinary and confidential matters.

XIV. ADJOURNMENT

On a motion by Norwood Allen, seconded by Jamie Lugo, the meeting adjourned at 4:40 p.m.

Respectfully submitted,

Executive Director

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