Substance Use Intern

Access: Supports for Living•Mount Vernon, NY

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Be part of a team that values connection, accountability, and real impact. At Access, our Culture Playbook isn’t a poster on the wall – it’s how we show up for each other and for the people we support. You’ll be part of a team that is clear about expectations, supportive and accountable, focused on outcomes that matter to people, and committed to helping people live the healthiest and fullest lives possible – while making sure our staff can do the same. Our CASAC interns work with clients suffering from substance misuse disorders in our outpatient Program Clinic in Westchester County. CASAC interns apply their knowledge of substance use disorders and that of co-occurring disorders. You will evaluate and monitor clients, screen for signs and symptoms of substance use disorders, provide support during recovery, and implement treatment plans, offer emotional support. The CASAC interns adhere to the NYS OASAS Scope of Practice Rules and are involved in the 12 Core Functions of an Addiction Counselor when working with agency clients and the community. This position requires that applicants be enrolled in an education and training program that will grant them credit hours for their internship. Applicants must also be CASAC(T) students. To be considered for an internship placement with Access, please submit a cover letter with your application that includes the school/education and training program you are attending, details on your internship requirements, and the program(s) of interest to you.

Requirements

Current CASAC(T) student.
Must be enrolled in an education and training program that will grant them credit hours for their internship.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrates cultural sensitivity and competency at all times.
Excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

Performs substance use assessments, collaborates with case managers to identify mutually agreed upon long and short-term substance use related goals and develop a comprehensive service plan.
Provides substance use counseling and support services to clients.
Facilitates weekly substance use groups including harm reduction and relapse prevention.
Performs crisis intervention, assessment, advocacy, referral, and case planning.
Participates in weekly supervision with his/her supervisor, team meetings and case reviews.
Patriciate in weekly supervision.
Additional assignments may be determined at a future date.