Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC) - Behavioral Health - In-Patient Unit - Evenings

NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital

1d • $35 - $41 • Onsite

About The Position

Experience the Essence of Who We Are, Person-Center Care Is at Our Core Over a century ago, NewYork-Presbyterian/Westchester Behavioral Health Center introduced the world to moral, humanistic psychiatric care. We blazed the way for use of the Planetree model and are the first behavioral health facility to be recognized as a Planetree Designated Patient-Centered Hospital with Distinction. Our hospital is also a recipient of Magnet from American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). It’s a progressive environment—and a premier opportunity for your career. Join a Culture that Supports Excellence in Quality and Patient Satisfaction. Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC) - Behavioral Health - In-Patient Unit - Evenings The Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC) at the New York Presbyterian Hospital is part of the interdisciplinary treatment team. The CASAC’s primary function is to provide comprehensive counseling to alcohol/substance dependent patients. This is accomplished by performing a complete assessment of each patient, identifying areas of need, developing individualized treatment plans and evaluating effectiveness of treatment. As well, the CASAC helps patients to focus on maintaining total abstinence and make a strong connection to the 12 Step self-help programs. You will act as a liaison with outside alcohol/substance abuse related agencies and between patient, family, community and NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital. Join our team and serve as a treatment care coordinator for our patients. This is a full time evening shift position (3:15 pm -11:15pm ) located at NewYork-Presbyterian Westchester Behavioral Health. Join a healthcare system where employee engagement is at an all-time high. Here we foster a culture of respect, belonging, and inclusion. Enjoy comprehensive and competitive benefits that support you and your family in every aspect of life. Start your life-changing journey today. Please note that all roles require on-site presence (variable by role). Therefore, all employees should live within a commutable distance to NYP. NYP will not reimburse for travel expenses. __________________ 2024 “Great Place To Work Certified” 2024 “America’s Best Large Employers” – Forbes 2024 “Best Places to Work in IT” – Computerworld 2023 “Best Employers for Women” – Forbes 2023 “Workplace Well-being Platinum Winner” – Aetna 2023 “America’s Best-In-State Employers” – Forbes “Silver HCM Excellence Award for Learning & Development” – Brandon Hall Group NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital is an equal opportunity employer. Salary Range: $34.55-$41.45/Hourly It all begins with you. Our amazing compensation packages start with competitive base pay and include recognition for your experience, education, and licensure. Then we add our amazing benefits, countless opportunities for personal and professional growth and a dynamic environment that embraces every person. Join our team and discover where amazing works. Internationally acclaimed, our hospital leads the way in research, life-shaping education and compassionate care. Step into a career at a truly Amazing place. Among the highest echelon of the topmost hospitals in the world, NewYork-Presbyterian is Making It Possible for patients at this moment. What does this mean for you? Nothing less than an extraordinary career. We care for 1 out of every 4 New Yorkers in medical need. The nation's largest not-for-profit academic medical center, with over 2 million patient visits a year.

Requirements

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational, writing and analytical skills
• CASAC (Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor) certification
• Basic Life Support Certification from the American Heart Association
• Bachelors Degree or equivalent experience

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual – English and Spanish
• A comprehensive knowledge of chemical dependency

Responsibilities

• The CASAC’s primary function is to provide comprehensive counseling to alcohol/substance dependent patients.
• Performing a complete assessment of each patient, identifying areas of need, developing individualized treatment plans and evaluating effectiveness of treatment.
• Helps patients to focus on maintaining total abstinence and make a strong connection to the 12 Step self-help programs.
• Act as a liaison with outside alcohol/substance abuse related agencies and between patient, family, community and NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital.
• Serve as a treatment care coordinator for our patients.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees