CASAC Counselor at Mitchell Martin
New York, NY
About the Job
One of our client is seeking a CASAC Counselor
Type: Full-Time/ Perm
Schedule: Mon-Fri: 07:00am-03:00pm
Location: New York
POSITION SUMMARY
Under the supervision of the Behavioral Health Supervisor, the Counselor in the Opioid Treatment Program, Outpatient Program, or Comprehensive Outpatient Program engages the patient in the initial and ongoing treatment processes of the clinic.
Conducts a preliminary assessment of eligibility, prepares intake forms, sees that the patient is afforded needed services from other disciplines within the agency, and makes referrals to outside resources when necessary.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
On an ongoing basis, the Counselor holds regularly scheduled sessions with patients on their caseload concerning their strengths, needs, abilities, and preferences.
Meets all productivity and performance metrics as defined by agency leadership.
Adheres with all policies outlined in Employee Handbook, Conflict of Interest policy, Code of Ethics, Code of Conduct, and Collective Bargaining Agreement.
Collaborates with patients and collateral(s) for treatment planning that addresses the patients' stated goals.
Serves as a Case Manager for each patient to ensure that services are coordinated to meet each assessed need. Conducts therapy groups.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's Degree in Human Services field.
Two (2) years of work experience in Human Services providing treatment care with a minimum of two (2) years of satisfactory experience working with patients with Substance Use Disorders.
Valid New York State CASAC (Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor).
CASAC-T with relevant experience will be considered.
Possess a demonstrated ability in delivering person centered and trauma informed treatment, including successful engagement in specialized training, understanding of human interaction and personality development, understanding of harm reduction principles, and the ability to write and record case documentation.
Familiar with counseling standards of care and industry best practices.
Has an understanding of group dynamics.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Bilingual in Spanish a plus differential pay included
Please email: andrea.carrasco@hcmmi.com
Salary: 65,000.00 - 68,250.00
Type: Full-Time/ Perm
Schedule: Mon-Fri: 07:00am-03:00pm
Location: New York
POSITION SUMMARY
Under the supervision of the Behavioral Health Supervisor, the Counselor in the Opioid Treatment Program, Outpatient Program, or Comprehensive Outpatient Program engages the patient in the initial and ongoing treatment processes of the clinic.
Conducts a preliminary assessment of eligibility, prepares intake forms, sees that the patient is afforded needed services from other disciplines within the agency, and makes referrals to outside resources when necessary.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
On an ongoing basis, the Counselor holds regularly scheduled sessions with patients on their caseload concerning their strengths, needs, abilities, and preferences.
Meets all productivity and performance metrics as defined by agency leadership.
Adheres with all policies outlined in Employee Handbook, Conflict of Interest policy, Code of Ethics, Code of Conduct, and Collective Bargaining Agreement.
Collaborates with patients and collateral(s) for treatment planning that addresses the patients' stated goals.
Serves as a Case Manager for each patient to ensure that services are coordinated to meet each assessed need. Conducts therapy groups.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's Degree in Human Services field.
Two (2) years of work experience in Human Services providing treatment care with a minimum of two (2) years of satisfactory experience working with patients with Substance Use Disorders.
Valid New York State CASAC (Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor).
CASAC-T with relevant experience will be considered.
Possess a demonstrated ability in delivering person centered and trauma informed treatment, including successful engagement in specialized training, understanding of human interaction and personality development, understanding of harm reduction principles, and the ability to write and record case documentation.
Familiar with counseling standards of care and industry best practices.
Has an understanding of group dynamics.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Bilingual in Spanish a plus differential pay included
Please email: andrea.carrasco@hcmmi.com
Salary: 65,000.00 - 68,250.00