Counselor-Substance Abuse-(DOHMH) Woodhull

Comunilife Inc•New York, NY

2d•$55,000 - $65,000•Onsite

About The Position

Comunilife Inc. is looking for an experienced Substance Abuse Counselor for its residential program in Brooklyn, Woodhull Residence. The Substance Abuse Counselor will assess clients’ needs, create patient-centered treatment plans, and provide individual, group, and family counseling. Responsibilities include assessments, coordination of services, psychoeducation, referrals, and appropriate documentation. This position offers a generous benefit package including health insurance, dental, vision, dependent care, paid time off, 401(k), tuition assistance program and more. Schedule: Sun.-Thurs. 9am- 5pm

Requirements

Graduate degree in Social Work; Public Administration; Business Administration or any related
Knowledge and hands-on experience in providing direct services related to the treatment and recovery of persons with substance abuse, serious mental illness, and homelessness
Excellent oral and written communication skills; proficiency with MS Office and Google product suites
Ability to perform and manage in a team approach; excellent interpersonal skills
Ability to handle complex challenges and balance multiple demands on time and attention
Ability and willingness to perform all duties as workload necessitates
CASAC or CASAC T

Responsibilities

Provide individual and substance use disorder counseling and referral services to the clients of the Woodhull Residence
Provide recovery-oriented psychoeducation and support services
Document all services provided in a timely manner in accordance with Comunilife, funder, and regulatory requirements
Maintain any/all required credentials and keep current with appropriate evidence-based and other clinical practices
Work collaboratively in an inter-disciplinary team to ensure comprehensive, client-centered services are delivered and documented