Certified Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC) - TAG MedStaffing

Job Overview – Certified Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC):
Join our client in New York, NY, as a Certified Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC), providing assessment, counseling, and support to individuals facing substance abuse within a family-centered environment. This hybrid role includes direct counseling, collaboration, and advocacy to promote client and family well-being.

Compensation: $32/hour
Location: New York, NY
Schedule: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM (Hybrid)

Responsibilities as the Certified Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC):

• Case Management: Provide case management, individual and group counseling, and advocacy services to support client recovery and rehabilitation.
• Collaboration: Participate actively in Clinical Diagnostic Team (CDT) meetings and provide substance abuse consultation to case planners working with affected families.
• Assessments: Conduct psychosocial assessments, design individualized treatment plans, and coordinate interventions with community organizations.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate case records, update treatment plans, document progress, and prepare necessary reports.
• Therapeutic Support: Establish professional relationships, serve as a role model, and offer targeted psychotherapy and family therapy as appropriate.

Qualifications for the Certified Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC):

• Education: Bachelor's in Social Work (BSW) required (MSW preferred).
• Certification: CASAC certification required.
• Experience: 3-5+ years conducting assessments for adults and adolescents required, with a focus on family systems.
• Skills: Strong assessment, interpersonal, and communication skills, with a passion for supporting children, families, and the community.
• Language: Bilingual in Spanish highly preferred.

Application Notice: Qualified candidates will be contacted within 2 business days of application. If an applicant does not meet the above criteria, TAG MedStaffing will keep your resume on file for future opportunities and may contact you for further discussion.