Primary Addiction Counselor- Cayuga Addiction Recovery Services Ithaca Outpatient Clinic- Full Time- Days

Cayuga Health System • City of Ithaca, NY

1d • $24 - $30 • Onsite

About The Position

The Primary Addiction Counselor (PAC) is responsible for positive, collaborative relationships with clients, their families, the CARS' team and community partners. The PAC provides research-based assessment, counseling (individual, family, and group), crisis and clinical interventions, and case management services, including discharge planning, while assuring regulatory compliance.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in human services or related field; or equivalent combination of education and SUD experience total 4 years. QHP status required.
• A basic understanding of addiction and recovery issues.
• Knowledge of basic counseling techniques, including treatment planning is essential.

Nice To Haves

• Working knowledge of motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral therapy, strength-based principle of treatment and an individualized approach to treatment is desired.
• Master's degree with 4+ years SUD experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct individual, group, and family counseling sessions along with planning and conducting special activities, as assigned.
• Address addictive and unhealthy behaviors with the most appropriate clinical intervention per agency guidelines.
• Be on time with client administrative paperwork activities including but not limited to: Assessments, Treatment Plans, and Discharge Summaries, document activities in accordance with agency practices, complete timely monthly reporting on time, and document group attendance in a timely manner.
• Monitor and maintain the safety and security of the clients and the facility.
• Maintain confidentiality, as per agency practices and confidentiality law.
• Effectively communicate with the team and community partners regarding client needs

Benefits

• Centralus Health and its affiliates are committed to treating all patients, providers, staff and volunteers equitably and with dignity, ensuring the highest levels of safety, care and respect, and striving to recognize and overcome biases and policies that contribute to disparities in healthcare access, equitable care and positive health outcomes for all.
• We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, supporting the growth and health of our employees and community by embracing the rich diversity, needs and circumstances of all peoples and prioritizing opportunities to build a diverse and inclusive workplace.
• If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact the Centralus Health Talent Acquisition team at [email protected].

What This Job Offers

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