ACT MH Counselor Substance Abuse Specialist

Unity House of TroyCity of Troy, NY
$59,790Onsite

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
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