Substance Use Residential Specialist

Liberty Resources / Liberty POST•Oneida, NY

1d•$22•Onsite

About The Position

Liberty Resources is seeking Per Diem Substance Use Residential Specialists at Maxwell House, an 18 bed community residence for adults living with chemical dependency in Oneida, NY. The Substance Use Residential Specialist works with residents who are struggling with substance abuse disorder to achieve their recovery goals. Our team of outstanding professionals is dedicated to providing high quality services to individuals in Madison County. Liberty Resources prides itself on high quality, integrated, community-based services that meet the evolving needs of our communities. They are committed to building a diverse workforce that values contributions of all team members and work to recognize cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that they serve and how they apply to provision of positive health outcomes. Liberty Resources is dedicated to providing a wide array of services and supports to help individuals live their best lives, valuing service, excellence, and responsibility, and striving to create and sustain an inclusive environment where everyone feels a strong sense of belonging.

Requirements

HS Diploma required.
Must possess a valid New York State driver’s license.
Is sensitive to cultural differences and able to incorporate that understanding into service provision.

Nice To Haves

Bachelors or Associates and/or related experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Conducts initial assessments/screenings
Maintains a caseload and assists assigned clients in the development and implementation of individual recovery plans.
Provides chemical dependency evaluation, service planning and counseling as directed by the program supervisor and in accordance with individual client needs.
Monitors and documents client interactions and behaviors.
Functions as a member of an interdisciplinary team.
Acts as a role model for residents of the program.
Ensure upkeep and cleanliness of the residence.