Guiding Through Disruption
In order to improve care and support in the wake of this health crisis, NJPN has created this Resource Center as a guide to assist you with helpful resources for individuals, communities, statewide assistance and national policy changes.
This is a time of uncertainty and disruption, which will continue to evolve and change daily therefore; we will be adding new information and resources to this page to help you continue safe and effective practices. Please check back often.
Peer Resources
Finding a supportive community is essential to recovery. Resources on this page are comprised of virtual and on-line local, statewide and national meetings that support all forms of recovery.

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NJ Medication-Assisted Treatment Centers of Excellence
MAT Provider Hotline: 866-221-2611
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
WEBSITE
US Department Health & Human Services / Health Information Privacy
WEBSITE
Telehealth Learning Series
WEBSITE
National Council for Behavioral Health
WEBSITE
Calling all medical directors – we are hosting a series of COVID-19 discussion calls to foster peer engagement, resource sharing and conversation around navigating the pandemic.
During this time of uncertainty, patients may be experiencing heightened emotional distress due to the effects of COVID-19 on their families and communities. How can you maximize your impact?
Designed with you in mind, our calls will connect you with like-minded peers and facilitate the exchange of tools, resources and information to help you, your organization and your patients navigate this challenging time.
Join us for our next call on Thursday, April 2, at 11 a.m. ET, to receive the latest updates on a variety of COVID-19 issues, while engaging colleagues in an interactive setting.
Our calls are presented by the National Council Medical Director Institute (MDI) and facilitated by Joe Parks, M.D., an MDI co-chair and the National Council’s vice president of practice improvement and medical director.
DEA and SAMHSA Buprenorphine and Telemedicine COVID-19 Guidance
PDF DOCUMENT
Prevention Resources
Prevention resources are essential for agencies and professionals to continue providing services to their communities during COVID-19. Below are resources regarding hosting digital meetings, running digital campaigns, and toolkits. There are also resources about identifying and working with risk factors that will become more frequent in the following months.

Looking For Local Resources?
Across New Jersey, 17 substance abuse prevention coalitions have formed to address local community needs related to 4 key statewide priorities: Underage drinking, Illegal drug use/misuse, Prescription drug abuse, and New and emerging drugs. Learn more about your local coalition by clicking the link below.
Centers for Medicare & Medicade Emergency Services
WEBSITE
Certificate of Waiver: Medical Director Qualification for SUD Facilities
PDF DOCUMENT
H.R. 6201, Families First Coronavirus Response Act Summary
PDF DOCUMENT
US Department of Labor: Employer Paid Leave Requirements
WEBSITE
NJ Department of Human Services – COVID-19 Full Updates and Resource List
WEBSITE
NJ Evictions and Foreclosures COVID19 Related Information
Website
DEA — Lifts 3 Requirements for Hospitals and Clinics
One exception: https://images.magnetmail.net/images/clients/AHA_MCHF/attach/2020/April/0413/Hospital_Clinic_Registration_Exception.pdf
Second exception: https://images.magnetmail.net/images/clients/AHA_MCHF/attach/2020/April/0413/DEA_Dist_MNF_Narcotics_Shipments.pdf
Temporary exception: https://images.magnetmail.net/images/clients/AHA_MCHF/attach/2020/April/0413/DEA_5_percent_practitioner_exception.pdf
IC&RC Updates to Certifications — COVID19
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Motion Passed: Immediately delay the requirement for the IC&RC Peer Recovery written exam until at least January 2021 for all CPRS applicants. -
Should the regulations change prior to January 2021, the Board will make announcements on our home page. -
This means that all CPRS applicants from October 1, 2019 on will not be required to take the IC&RC Peer Recovery exam. Completed applications, lacking the exam, will be sent late this week or next week when we expect the delayed (COVID Related) delivery of certificates to our office to be printed.
Certificate of Waiver: Medication Assisted Treatment
PDF DOCUMENT
Certificate of Waiver: Medication Monitoring in Mental Health Facilities
PDF DOCUMENT
NJ Department of Labor and Workforce Development — Division of Unemployment Insurance
WEBSITE
Office of National Drug Control Policy — SUD and PPE Letter
PDF DOCUMENT
Clinical Resources
Clinical resources found on this page provide public information for safe and clinical practice guidelines during COVID-19.

NJ Medication-Assisted Treatment Centers of Excellence
MAT Provider Hotline: 866-221-2611
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
WEBSITE
US Department Health & Human Services / Health Information Privacy
WEBSITE
Telehealth Learning Series
WEBSITE
National Council for Behavioral Health
WEBSITE
Calling all medical directors – we are hosting a series of COVID-19 discussion calls to foster peer engagement, resource sharing and conversation around navigating the pandemic.
During this time of uncertainty, patients may be experiencing heightened emotional distress due to the effects of COVID-19 on their families and communities. How can you maximize your impact?
Designed with you in mind, our calls will connect you with like-minded peers and facilitate the exchange of tools, resources and information to help you, your organization and your patients navigate this challenging time.
Join us for our next call on Thursday, April 2, at 11 a.m. ET, to receive the latest updates on a variety of COVID-19 issues, while engaging colleagues in an interactive setting.
Our calls are presented by the National Council Medical Director Institute (MDI) and facilitated by Joe Parks, M.D., an MDI co-chair and the National Council’s vice president of practice improvement and medical director.
DEA and SAMHSA Buprenorphine and Telemedicine COVID-19 Guidance
PDF DOCUMENT
NJ Community Resources
Community resources are essential during a time of need. Following are resources that individuals can seek assistance with housing, utility support, domestic violence, financial aid, food pantries, toolkits, fact sheets and other resources covering a variety of topics that will provide support during COVID-19.


NJ’s Drug Monitoring Initiative (DMI) COVID-19 Resource Guide
In response to the pandemic, NJ's DMI is providing a downloadable "New Jersey Resource Guide" including a comprehensive directory and information to relevant resources for a variety of topics. The Guide is available to download in two different file formats in English and Spanish.
ENGLISH
ESPAÑOL
NJ Department of Health — COVID-19 Updates & Resources
WEBSITE
211 Get Connected / Get Help — Assistance with Essential Services
WEBSITE
The NJ Poison Control Center and 211- Provides information on COVID-19
Call: 2-1-1
NJ Resources For Narcan
Call or text 877-4Narcan (877-462-7226)
Screenings for NJ Residences
WEBSITE
NJ Foodbanks — View List of All NJ Food Banks Near You
WEBSITE
NJ Hope Line For Suicide Prevention
1-855-654-6735
Rutgers University Behavioral Health Care Call Center
WEBSITE
Reach NJ — New Jersey Department on Human Services
1-844-732-2465
NJ Department of Education COVID-19 Updates
WEBSITE
The State of New Jersey Department of Law and Public Saftey Office of the Attorney General — NJ CARES
WEBSITE
NJ Department of Human Services — COVID-19 Full Updates & Resource List
WEBSITE
AmmonLabs COVID-19 Testing
PDF
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1622 South Wood Ave. Linden, NJ 07036 -
9 Hospital Drive, Suite C28, Toms River, NJ 08755
The State of New Jersey Department of Children and Families
WEBSITE
National Resources
The national resource directory provides information and links to many nationally vetted resources pertaining to addiction, recovery, mental health, and healthcare such as Medicare and Medicaid services.

NJ Medication-Assisted Treatment Centers of Excellence
MAT Provider Hotline: 866-221-2611
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
WEBSITE
US Department Health & Human Services / Health Information Privacy
WEBSITE
Telehealth Learning Series
WEBSITE
National Council for Behavioral Health
WEBSITE
Calling all medical directors – we are hosting a series of COVID-19 discussion calls to foster peer engagement, resource sharing and conversation around navigating the pandemic.
During this time of uncertainty, patients may be experiencing heightened emotional distress due to the effects of COVID-19 on their families and communities. How can you maximize your impact?
Designed with you in mind, our calls will connect you with like-minded peers and facilitate the exchange of tools, resources and information to help you, your organization and your patients navigate this challenging time.
Join us for our next call on Thursday, April 2, at 11 a.m. ET, to receive the latest updates on a variety of COVID-19 issues, while engaging colleagues in an interactive setting.
Our calls are presented by the National Council Medical Director Institute (MDI) and facilitated by Joe Parks, M.D., an MDI co-chair and the National Council’s vice president of practice improvement and medical director.
DEA and SAMHSA Buprenorphine and Telemedicine COVID-19 Guidance
PDF DOCUMENT
Policies
Learn about the most up to date strategies and specific policies in addition to the Centers for Disease Control and World Health Organization recommendations to preventing the spread of COVID-19.

Centers for Medicare & Medicade Emergency Services
WEBSITE
Certificate of Waiver: Medical Director Qualification for SUD Facilities
PDF DOCUMENT
H.R. 6201, Families First Coronavirus Response Act Summary
PDF DOCUMENT
US Department of Labor: Employer Paid Leave Requirements
WEBSITE
NJ Department of Human Services – COVID-19 Full Updates and Resource List
WEBSITE
NJ Evictions and Foreclosures COVID19 Related Information
Website
DEA — Lifts 3 Requirements for Hospitals and Clinics
One exception: https://images.magnetmail.net/images/clients/AHA_MCHF/attach/2020/April/0413/Hospital_Clinic_Registration_Exception.pdf
Second exception: https://images.magnetmail.net/images/clients/AHA_MCHF/attach/2020/April/0413/DEA_Dist_MNF_Narcotics_Shipments.pdf
Temporary exception: https://images.magnetmail.net/images/clients/AHA_MCHF/attach/2020/April/0413/DEA_5_percent_practitioner_exception.pdf
IC&RC Updates to Certifications — COVID19
-
Motion Passed: Immediately delay the requirement for the IC&RC Peer Recovery written exam until at least January 2021 for all CPRS applicants. -
Should the regulations change prior to January 2021, the Board will make announcements on our home page. -
This means that all CPRS applicants from October 1, 2019 on will not be required to take the IC&RC Peer Recovery exam. Completed applications, lacking the exam, will be sent late this week or next week when we expect the delayed (COVID Related) delivery of certificates to our office to be printed.
Certificate of Waiver: Medication Assisted Treatment
PDF DOCUMENT
Certificate of Waiver: Medication Monitoring in Mental Health Facilities
PDF DOCUMENT
NJ Department of Labor and Workforce Development — Division of Unemployment Insurance
WEBSITE
Office of National Drug Control Policy — SUD and PPE Letter
PDF DOCUMENT
Training Updates
Staying current and informed on best practices during COVID is essential to the quality of care. Following are links to nationally recognized organizations that will provide you with the most up to date information and education through webinars, virtual and online trainings. Many of these trainings are at no cost.

CCAR Cocoon Webinar Series
WEBINAR SERVICES LINK
April 1, 8 and 15, 2020 at 4:00 pm (EST)
NAADAC Free Webinar Series
WEBSITE
NAADAC is happy to offer free addiction-specific education through its Free Webinar Series. The 2020 Free Webinar Series releases two live webinars per month, which are then captured and made available for future viewing in NAADAC's Free On-Demand Webinar Library.
NAADAC members can get free continuing education hours (CEs) for this webinar series. While viewing the education is free, non-members must pay to receive CEs. Click to learn which organizations and boards accept NAADAC CEs.
Update on CPRS Application
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Motion Passed: Immediately delay the requirement for the IC&RC Peer Recovery written exam until at least January 2021 for all CPRS applicants. -
Should the regulations change prior to January 2021, the Board will make announcements on our home page. -
This means that all CPRS applicants from October 1, 2019 on will not be required to take the IC&RC Peer Recovery exam. Completed applications, lacking the exam, will be sent late this week or next week when we expect the delayed (COVID Related) delivery of certificates to our office to be printed.