Assessment Specialist (CASAC) — 35-Hour Week, NYC Impact

NADAP Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

NADAP, Inc. in New York City seeks a Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC) to interview clients referred by the NYC Human Resources Administration, applying clinical judgment to determine treatment needs and levels of care.

The role links individuals to chemical dependency treatment and harm reduction programs while coordinating with providers daily. The Assessment Specialist works a Monday–Friday schedule with a 35 hour work week and a focus on client recovery and self-sufficiency.

Qualifications

• Must hold active NYS CASAC credential
• Minimum of 3 years' experience in a substance use treatment setting
• High school diploma is required; Bachelors is preferred
• Bilingual Spanish is a plus

Responsibilities

• Conduct one on one assessments on HRA-identified applicants and recipients
• Determine if treatment is needed
• Make clinical recommendations for treatment referrals

Skills

Clinical interviewing

Assessment

Treatment referrals

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor's degree (preferred)

Job description

NADAP, Inc. in New York City seeks a Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC) to interview clients referred by the NYC Human Resources Administration, applying clinical judgment to determine treatment needs and levels of care.

The role links individuals to chemical dependency treatment and harm reduction programs while coordinating with providers daily. The Assessment Specialist works a Monday–Friday schedule with a 35 hour work week and a focus on client recovery and self-sufficiency.