Addictions Counselor Assistant (Kingsboro Addiction Treatment Center)

State of New York

408d • $46,306 - $56,743

About The Position

The Addictions Counselor Assistant at Kingsboro Addiction Treatment Center plays a vital role in supporting the multidisciplinary treatment team by assisting with the care and counseling of clients dealing with addiction. This position involves direct interaction with patients, contributing to individual and group counseling, crisis intervention, and treatment planning under the supervision of an Addiction Counselor.

Requirements

• Two years of experience, one year of which must have required the application of communication skills and one year must have been in a direct treatment capacity in an addictions treatment setting.
• An associate's degree in a human services field.
• Current registration as a Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC)-Trainee or CASAC-Provisional in New York State.
• Eligibility for full and unconditional participation in the Medicaid and Medicare programs.

Responsibilities

• Assists with individual counseling, group counseling, crisis intervention, treatment and discharge planning, and clinical activities as assigned.
• Assists in developing, assessing, and modifying individual treatment plans by providing information gathered through direct observation and discussion with patients.
• Provides coordination of care with referral sources regarding admission and discharge, including referrals for aftercare.
• Completes required client and facility documentation both electronic and paper as appropriate.
• Conducts and monitors recreational, vocational, and social activities as needed.
• Provides patient transportation, conducts room searches, and performs urine toxicology collection.
• Prepares room and client supplies for new admissions (bedding, bath, etc.).
• Conducts routine rounds and documents observations.
• May provide training or guidance to newer or sporadic (hourly/contract) peers, particularly in relation to the routines, procedures, and policies of the ATC.
• May complete insurance calls and documentation regarding coordination of care with financial/insurance entities.
• Monitors clients and ensures building safety and security.
• Participates in meal preparation and distribution.
• Communicates shift change information as appropriate to facilitate smooth transition.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Salary range from $46,306 to $56,743 annually
• Location pay of $3,400
• Inconvenience pay of $575
• Potential for annual performance advances based on satisfactory performance reviews

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: Associate degree