Substance Use Therapist

Liberty Resources•Fulton, NY

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Liberty Resources is currently seeking a Credentialed Substance Use Therapist for our Integrated Healthcare Clinic in Fulton, NY. This role is part of an integrated approach, providing treatment from a holistic, dual-recovery lens, working with clients to attend to their mental health, physical health, and social health needs. The therapist will also support client engagement with psychiatric evaluation and medication management services, Medication Assisted Treatment, and Peer Support. Our therapists are highly-skilled professionals who provide flexible, person-oriented outpatient therapy, facilitate group sessions, and are committed to quality care. They utilize evidence-based practices with a practical, problem-solving approach to create a dynamic and efficient path for change and problem resolution through individual, family and group therapy. They maintain a trauma-informed atmosphere that aims to encourage the growth of all our counselors.

Requirements

NYS Licensure (LMSW, LCSW, LCSW-R, LMHC, LMFT), CASAC II or Advanced CASAC preferred, but CASAC-T or CASAC-P with relevant experience will be considered.
Must demonstrate the clinical knowledge necessary to support client achievement of their identified goals.
Must have ability to work one evening per week.
1-2 years of experience working with clients with substance use and co-occurring disorders.
Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Must possess a valid driver’s license and access to reliable transportation.
Commitment to providing quality services and outcome driven performance measures.

Nice To Haves

1-2 years of experience working in in an OASAS funded facility a plus

Responsibilities

Provide treatment from a holistic, dual-recovery lens, working with clients to attend to their mental health, physical health, and social health needs.
Support client engagement with psychiatric evaluation and medication management services, Medication Assisted Treatment, and Peer Support.
Provide flexible, person-oriented outpatient therapy.
Facilitate group sessions.
Utilize evidence-based practices with a practical, problem-solving approach.
Create a dynamic and efficient path for change and problem resolution through individual, family and group therapy.
Maintain a trauma-informed atmosphere.