Residential Reintegration Counselor
About The Position
In accordance with the organization’s mission, vision and values, the Supportive Living Counselor Assistant is responsible for case management services for individuals who have been accessed as needing addictions services. The following duties will apply: Responsible for screening, orientation, case management and basic crisis response. With intensive supervision, will conduct intake, referral and care coordination. Demonstrates teamwork and an ability to work in a team environment with coworkers and supervisors. Demonstrates the ability to be flexible and cooperative. Co-facilitates community meetings and group support sessions for residents. Responsible for completion of discharge activities according to policies, practices and procedures. Assures all documentation is completed in a timely and accurate manner in compliance with agency/OASAS regulations, practices, policies & procedures. Demonstrates professionalism by providing quality service and care with respect and dignity for the clients and as a representative of FLACRA. Participate in general, staff, in-service and supervisory meetings held by the Agency. Perform other duties and functions as directed.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED
- Valid NYS Drivers’ License
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and work cooperatively with culturally diverse persons, staff and community service providers
- Knowledge of local behavioral health system
- Ability to multi-task, have good problem solving and time management skills
- Ability to remain calm in crisis
- Proficient in E-record
Nice To Haves
- Pursuit of QHP status is encouraged
Responsibilities
- Screening, orientation, case management and basic crisis response
- Conduct intake, referral and care coordination with intensive supervision
- Co-facilitate community meetings and group support sessions for residents
- Complete discharge activities according to policies, practices and procedures
- Ensure all documentation is completed in a timely and accurate manner in compliance with agency/OASAS regulations, practices, policies & procedures
- Provide quality service and care with respect and dignity for the clients
- Participate in general, staff, in-service and supervisory meetings
- Perform other duties and functions as directed
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
