Addictions Counselor Assistant — Treatment Team Support

New York State; City of Oneida (NY); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Part time

Job summary

The New York State Office of Addiction Services and Supports (OASAS) seeks an Addictions Counselor Assistant at the McPike Addiction Treatment Center in Utica, NY. The role supports the treatment team under supervision, assisting with counseling, crisis intervention, and discharge planning.

The position is per diem and hourly, with a 19-hour workweek across various shifts. Requirements include two years in relevant settings or an associate degree in human services, or CASAC-related credentials,

Qualifications

• Two years of experience with one year in direct treatment in an addictions setting or an associate’s degree in human services.
• Substitutions: 30 college credits in human services may substitute for one year of communication experience; 150 clock hours for CASAC eligibility may substitute for specialized experience.

Responsibilities

• Assists with individual and group counseling and crisis intervention as assigned.
• Monitors safety and maintains a positive milieu within the facility.
• Assists with patient transport, room searches, and urine toxicology collection.
• Prepares rooms and supplies for admissions; performs routine rounds and documents observations.
• Completes required documentation and participates in discharge planning as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Education

Associate’s degree in human services

Job description

The New York State Office of Addiction Services and Supports (OASAS) seeks an Addictions Counselor Assistant at the McPike Addiction Treatment Center in Utica, NY. The role supports the treatment team under supervision, assisting with counseling, crisis intervention, and discharge planning.

The position is per diem and hourly, with a 19-hour workweek across various shifts. Requirements include two years in relevant settings or an associate degree in human services, or CASAC-related credentials,