Addictions Counselor

Stony Brook Medicine; Stony Brook (NY); On-site; USD 64,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

Stony Brook Medicine is seeking an Addictions Counselor to support the Comprehensive Psychiatric Emergency Program (CPEP) using SBIRT techniques to identify and refer patients with substance use concerns. The role emphasizes collaboration with clinicians and adherence to ethical standards within a high-excellence environment.

Qualified candidates will hold a CASAC credential in NYS, with at least one year of experience in Alcohol Substance Abuse Counseling.

Qualifications

• Credentialed as an alcoholism and substance abuse counselor (CASAC) within NYS.
• At least one year or more experience in Alcohol Substance Abuse Counseling.
• Verification of degree (e.g., diploma or official transcript) is required.

Responsibilities

• Screen patients and identify those needing more assessment or treatment.
• Provide brief intervention within SBIRT framework in CPEP.
• Refer patients to specialized treatment when needed.
• Offer guidance to faculty, staff and residents on SBIRT process and resources.
• Stay updated on addiction services and community resources.
• Monitor completion of addiction measures and regulatory requirements.

Education

CASAC NYS credential

Job description

Position Summary

At Stony Brook Medicine, our Addictions Counselors are experienced in applying client screening, brief intervention, and referral to treatment (SBIRT) techniques within the Comprehensive Psychiatric Emergency Program (CPEP), enabling CPEP to more successfully identify potential substance use problems among patients.

Qualified candidates will demonstrate excellent communication skills, interpersonal skills, knowledge and understanding of patient care and effectively respond to changing patient needs by making decisions based on ethical principles and adhering to our high standard of excellence.

Duties of an Addictions Counselor may include the following but are not limited to:

• Screen Patients – identify patients who need further assessment or treatment for substance use disorders.
• Offer Brief Intervention – Single session or multiple sessions of motivational discussion within the time constraints and regulations of the emergency service (CPEP) area.
• Make Referrals to Treatment – Referral to specialized treatment is provided to patients/families identified as needing more extensive treatment than offered by the SBIRT program.
• Provide Consultation, Advice & Instruction – Offer guidance and feedback to faculty, staff and residents pertaining to the SBIRT process, community resources and supports.
• Maintain Up-to‑Date Knowledge – Participate in County meetings pertaining to addiction and actively report community resource information, new programs/services and the like to faculty, staff and others within the hospital serving interfacing with patients with addictions.
• Ensure Quality – Monitor that addiction measures are completed and tracked, i.e. CORE measures and OMH regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

Required: Credentialed as an alcoholism and substance abuse counselor (CASAC) within NYS. At least one year or more experience in Alcohol Substance Abuse Counseling.

Preferred: Previous experience in a medical setting.

Verification of degree (e.g., diploma or official transcript) is required for this role.

Posting Overview

This position will remain posted until filled or for a maximum of 90 days. An initial review of all applicants will occur two weeks from the posting date. Candidates are advised that for full consideration, applications must be received before the initial review date (which is within two weeks of the posting date). If within the initial review no candidate was selected to fill the position posted, additional applications will be considered for the posted position; however, the posting will close once a finalist is identified, and at a minimum, two weeks after the initial posting date. Please note, that if no candidate were identified and hired within 90 days from the initial posting, the posting would close for review, and possibly be reposted at a later date.

Other Important Notes

• Stony Brook Medicine is a smoke free environment. Smoking is strictly prohibited anywhere on campus, including parking lots and outdoor areas on the premises.
• All hospital positions may be subject to changes in shift days and shifts as necessary.
• This position may require the wearing of respiratory protection, which may prohibit the wearing of facial hair.
• This function/position may be designated as "essential". This means that when the hospital is faced with an institutional emergency, employees in such positions may be required to remain at their work location or to report to work to protect, recover, and continue operations at Stony Brook Medicine and related facilities.

Pre-Start Requirements

• Successfully complete pre-employment physical examination and obtain medical clearance from Stony Brook Medicine's Employee Health Services*
• Complete electronic reference check with a minimum of three (3) professional references.
• Successfully complete a 4 panel drug screen*
• Meet regulatory requirements for pre-employment screenings.
• Provide a copy of any required New York State license(s)/certificate(s).

Additional Information

Failure to comply with any of the above requirements could result in a delayed start date and/or revocation of the employment offer.

The hiring department will be responsible for any fee incurred for examination.

Anticipated Pay Range

The salary range for this position is listed below. This range reflects Stony Brook University Hospital’s good faith and reasonable estimate of potential compensation at the time of posting.

Some positions may also include annual supplemental pay, such as:

• Location Pay: for UUP, CSEA, and PEF full-time positions
• Shift Differentials: Additional pay for evening, night, or other supplemental shifts (e.g., inconvenience pay, geographic pay, or other applicable differentials)

At Stony Brook University Hospital, your compensation extends beyond your paycheck. We offer comprehensive benefits including generous leave, health insurance, and participation in the state pension system that contribute significantly to your overall total rewards package.

About Stony Brook University

Stony Brook Medicine integrates and elevates all of Stony Brook University’s health-related initiatives: education, research and patient care. It includes our Health Sciences schools — Medicine, Dental, Health Professions, Nursing and Social Welfare — a Program in Public Health, as well as Stony Brook University Hospital, Stony Brook Children’s Hospital, Stony Brook Southampton Hospital, Stony Brook Eastern Long Island Hospital, Long Island State Veterans Home, and more than 200 community-based healthcare settings throughout Suffolk County.

Stony Brook University is committed to excellence in diversity and the creation of an inclusive learning, and working environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status and all other protected classes under federal or state laws.

Job Details

Official Job Title: TH Instructional Support Specialist

Job Field: Professional Clinical

Primary Location: US-NY-Stony Brook

Department/Hiring Area: Care Management

Schedule: Full-time

Posting Start Date: Nov 6, 2026

Posting End Date: Feb 4, 2027, 11:59:00 PM

Salary: $64,394 - $71,069 Base

Salary Grade: SL3