Counselor Assistant
About The Position
BHSN is seeking a Counselor Assistant to support residents of an OASAS-licensed community residence as they maintain sobriety, develop recovery skills, and prepare to transition to independent living. All shifts are stay-awake shifts. The schedule is Saturday through Wednesday, 2:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. The Counselor Assistant performs designated duties under regular or intensive supervision in accordance with the OASAS Counselor Scope of Practice, assists residents with case management and related needs, maintains accurate documentation and confidentiality, completes required training, attends meetings and appointments, and helps maintain a safe and clean residence.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Complete 12 hours of Introductory Training in the Addictions within 30 days of hire.
- Strong interpersonal, communication, time management, and organizational skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office software and maintaining electronic records and charts.
- Obtain CPR certification within six months of employment.
- Ability to move and react quickly, including climbing stairs, in response to situations on all interior floors of the residence and outside.
- Valid New York State driver's license with a driving record acceptable to BHSN's insurance carrier.
- Reliable transportation for required local travel.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in or knowledge of the alcohol/substance abuse delivery system.
Responsibilities
- Perform screening, orientation, case management, and basic crisis response with regular supervision.
- Perform intake, group co-facilitation with a CASAC-level professional or higher, psycho-education, referrals, care coordination, and reporting and recordkeeping with intensive supervision.
- Assist residents with case management needs, including transportation, linkage to other services, and discharge planning.
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation in accordance with federal and state regulations and BHSN policies and procedures, including scope-of-practice requirements.
- Complete all training required by BHSN and regulatory agencies.
- Attend meetings and appointments to represent BHSN and/or residents.
- Meet productivity standards established by the supervisor.
- Assist in maintaining a safe, clean residence.
- Maintain client confidentiality and confidential health information.
- Participate in scheduled meetings and perform additional duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Personalized health coverage
- Paid time off
- Holiday pay
- Training, coaching, mentorship, and internal education opportunities
- Community discounts
- Loan forgiveness
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
