ACT MH Counselor Substance Abuse Specialist

Unity House of Troy • City of Troy, NY

2d • $59,790 • Onsite

About The Position

Unity House is dedicated to making life better for our communities and the Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) program has a full-time Mental Health Counselor/Substance Abuse Specialist position waiting for you to apply! Sign on bonus may apply to qualified candidates. Limited permit salary: $ 59,789.54. Posted salary is for fully licensed candidates.

Requirements

• Master’s degree or higher in Social Work, Psychology, Rehabilitation Counseling, or a related field
• LMSW or LCSW preferred, or NYS Limited Permit/License as a Mental Health Counselor
• Minimum of one year of experience and/or training in substance use treatment, with demonstrated knowledge and competency
• Strong knowledge of motivational interviewing, stage-wise treatment, and harm reduction principles
• Valid and clean NYS driver’s license
• Reliable transportation
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Basic computer knowledge, including ability to complete electronic documentation

Responsibilities

• Work as part of a multidisciplinary mobile ACT treatment team with a shared caseload
• Conduct assessments of mental health and/or substance use disorders, including co-occurring conditions
• Demonstrate knowledge of principles and practices of harm reduction
• Provide ongoing mental health and substance use support in community-based settings
• Serve as the team’s Substance Use Specialist, offering consultation and guidance on substance use and co-occurring disorder treatment
• Provide training and education to team members on substance use treatment approaches and best practices
• Participate in team meetings, care coordination, and crisis response as part of the ACT model
• Ensure adherence to OMH, Medicaid, and agency regulations, policies, and standards of care
• Complete timely, accurate, and compliant documentation in the electronic health record in accordance with program and regulatory requirements
• Demonstrate professional behavior and contribute positively to team functioning and collaboration

Benefits

• 13 paid days off in your first year (increasing annually)
• 56 hours of NYS Sick Leave
• 12 paid holidays plus 2 floating holidays
• Major medical leave
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• 403(b) retirement plan with company contributions after one year.
• Additional perks: gym discounts, tuition assistance, cell phone discounts, and 50% off childcare tuition at A Child’s Place

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level