Counselor (CASAC-T or CASAC) Sign-On Bonus $1,500-$2,500

Vocational Instruction Project • New York, NY

4d • $47,500 - $60,000

About The Position

POSITION SUMMARY: Under the direction and supervision of the Supervisor provides the development and management of coordinated counseling services to ensure optimum services are provided to clients.

SALARY DESCRIPTION: 716 Residence/764 Residence/822 Program

CASAC-T Counselor : $47,500- $53,000/yr
CASAC Counselor: $53,000-$60,000/yr

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

· Provide clinical counseling services to assigned clients including initial assessment, treatment plan and discharge planning in accordance with departmental procedure and regulatory requirements.

· Participate in comprehensive interdisciplinary team treatment planning and activities as indicated or scheduled.

· Collaborate with other disciplines, and coworkers as needed in order to ensure client needs are met.

· Assist in the enforcement of program rules and regulations.

· Plan and manage the dissemination of program schedules and other information relative to events and activities.

· Monitor the collection of urine specimens and toxicology results.

· Manage telephone inquiries and provide program information, including information on alternative providers.

· Maintain up to date database of referral information and resources.

· Refer applicants to alternative services (e.g. Detoxification Units, Rehab Programs, etc.) as needed.

Requirements

• Certified Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC) or (CASAC-T)
• Bachelor’s degree with 1-2 years related experience, or Associate degree with 2-4 years related experience.Certified Alcoholism
• Minimum of 1 year experience working with the substance abuse population.
• Minimum of 3 years experience working in the social services field.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to read, write and speak the English language.
• Knowledge of computer programs.
• Excellent organizational skills.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to read, write and speak the Spanish language preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical counseling services to assigned clients including initial assessment, treatment plan and discharge planning in accordance with departmental procedure and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in comprehensive interdisciplinary team treatment planning and activities as indicated or scheduled.
• Collaborate with other disciplines, and coworkers as needed in order to ensure client needs are met.
• Assist in the enforcement of program rules and regulations.
• Plan and manage the dissemination of program schedules and other information relative to events and activities.
• Monitor the collection of urine specimens and toxicology results.
• Manage telephone inquiries and provide program information, including information on alternative providers.
• Maintain up to date database of referral information and resources.
• Refer applicants to alternative services (e.g. Detoxification Units, Rehab Programs, etc.) as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees