Substance Use Counselor (NY HELPS) - FT - Day Shift

ECMC • Buffalo, NY

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The work involves the provision of substance use treatment services at the Erie County Medical Center Corporation (ECMMC) by applying evidence-based therapies. The incumbent implements established recovery plans, including structural activities, individual and group counseling and social network development. Work is performed under the direct supervision of higher-ranking counseling staff and other professional staff members. This is professional counseling work with limited responsibility for the supervision of lower-level counseling and support staff. Does related work as required and assigned by authorized personnel.

Requirements

• Thorough knowledge of the principals of interviewing, counseling and guidance
• Good knowledge of the principles and practices of substance use treatment
• Good knowledge of sources and uses of medical and occupational information
• Working knowledge of psychodiagnostics and psychodynamics
• Knowledge of and compliance with various ECMCC policies and procedures (including employee handbook, corporate compliance program, code of conduct, conflict of interest, patient safety, quality improvement and departmental safety plan)
• Skill in dealing effectively with patients in a counseling setting
• Demonstrates competency in conducting process-oriented, educational groups, individual/family/collateral sessions and in psychosocial assessments and discharge summaries
• Ability to engage patients in treatment programs
• Ability to demonstrate professional etiquette and respect privacy and confidentiality of patients, visitors and co-workers by following ECMCC’s HIPPA and Privacy Policies
• Ability to demonstrate concern, respect and caring for persons internal and external to ECMCC
• Ability to work collaboratively and identify treatment goals
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Ability to express oneself clearly, both orally and in writing
• Ability to prepare detailed reports
• Initiative
• Resourcefulness
• Strong clinical judgment
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a diverse constituency
• Physically capable of performing the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation
• Possession of a Bachelor’s Degree
• Possession of a Master’s Degree in Rehabilitation Counseling, Social Work or Mental Health Counseling; OR Possession of a Master’s Degree in therapeutic or counseling related field and one (1) year of supervised work experience providing substance use treatment services; OR Two (2) years of supervised work experience providing substance use treatment services; OR An equivalent combination or training and experience
• Possession of a license to practice in New York State as a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) at time of appointment and maintenance throughout duration of appointment; OR Possession of a limited permit to practice in New York State as a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW-P) at time of appointment and possession of licensure within one year of appointment and maintenance of licensure throughout duration of appointment, or possession of a limited permit to practice in New York State as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC-P) at time of appointment and possession of licensure within thirty-six (36) months of appointment and maintenance of licensure throughout duration of appointment; OR Possession of a Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC) credential as issued by the New York State Office of Addiction Services and Supports (OASAS) at time of appointment and maintenance throughout duration of appointment; OR: Possession of a Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor – Trainee (CASAC-T) certification as issued by the New York State Office of Addiction Services and Supports (OASAS) at time of appointment and possession of CASAC within thirty-six (36) months of appointment and maintenance throughout duration of appointment; OR Possession of a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor Certification (CRCC) at time of appointment and maintenance throughout duration of appointment.

Responsibilities

• Completes assessments, makes preliminary recommendations as to appropriateness of patient services, recommends level of care
• Collaboratively works with patients, patient’s family members, collateral contacts, referral sources and other staff members to develop recovery, discharge and transition plans
• Works cooperatively with staff members participating in individual or group supervision, case conferences and staff meetings
• Applies generally accepted techniques of substance use counseling and evidence-based practices to facilitate individual and group counseling sessions
• Manages individual caseload, prepares and maintains patient records in accordance with applicable hospital and department policies and procedures
• Competes mandatory in-service and re-orientation programs
• Maintains compliance with all treatment and documentation regulatory guidelines
• Observes changes in patient’s condition and notifies appropriate personnel

What This Job Offers

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