Floor Counselor

Outreach Development Corp. • Brentwood, NY

4d • $21 - $28

About The Position

The Milieu/Floor Counselor delivers and implements long-term supervision, support, and clinical services for chemically dependent adults with co-occurring and mental health problems. The counselor serves as a member of the interdisciplinary treatment team. The schedule is Monday through Thursday and Sunday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Requirements

• CASAC-T required; CASAC or higher preferred.
• One year of experience working with clients with substance abuse disorders.

Nice To Haves

• One year of experience working in an OASAS-funded facility.
• Commitment to providing quality services and outcome-driven performance measures.
• Excellent organizational and crisis-management skills, ability to prioritize competing demands, and familiarity with treatment planning.
• Ability to act as a liaison to community-based service providers.
• Strong communication skills and ability to navigate multiple service providers for each client.
• Action-oriented, adaptable, and innovative approach to program planning.
• Ability to work effectively in collaboration with diverse groups of people.

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial and ongoing screening of residents and resident property in accordance with unit procedures.
• Facilitate group counseling sessions on time and in a professional, ethical, and caring manner, and document client progress using group notes.
• Supervise clients during self-medication under supervision.
• Communicate pertinent information, incidents, and emergencies through the appropriate systems, including the SAC communication log, incident reports, and the 24-hour on-call supervisor.
• Provide crisis intervention and follow-up, including documentation of incident, accident, and/or elopement reports.
• Supervise and manage the client population while facilitating the daily house schedule.
• Use agency vehicles, including a 15-passenger van or car, to transport clients to required appointments.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed