CASAC

Bond Health; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Bond Health in Brooklyn is seeking a full-time CASAC to join our Client Field Offices. The clinician will assess substance use in families referred to Child Protective Services and inform safety-related decisions.

You will conduct clinical interviews and use evidence-based tools, coordinate referrals to community services, and participate in case conferences with CPS teams. The role requires in-person work in NYC, occasional travel, and after-hours consultation to support families and protect

Qualifications

• Valid CASAC credential required (CASAC-T and CASAC-P not accepted).
• High School diploma or GED considered; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Experience and comfort with Evidence Based Models such as Motivational Interviewing and multiple substance use assessment measures.
• Familiarity with Connections and PROMIS databases preferred.
• Authorized to work in the U.S.
• Ability to work in-person in New York City (NYC).
• Ability to travel to other company sites (if required).
• Ability to travel within the community and do visits.

Responsibilities

• Conduct substance use assessments using clinical interviews, screenings, and standardized tools.
• Using EBMs such as motivational interviewing, assess readiness to change.
• Contribute to CPS teams' decision making, highlighting areas of concern related to child safety due to substance misuse. Participate in case conferences and enrich the CPS teams' understanding of substance use dynamics in family systems.
• Educate CPS staff on substance use trends, treatment options, and best practices for engaging families.
• Refer families to community-based services and suggest appropriate levels of care based on assessment findings.
• Ensure that internal and external referrals are individualized and tailored to meet families' needs, working collaboratively with our Access and Referral Department
• Ensure that warm handoffs occur in making referrals
• Participate in all relevant internal and external meetings
• Provide after-hour coverage for consultation, as needed
• Other related duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Motivational Interviewing

Substance use assessment

Interagency collaboration

In-person assessment

Education

High School diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree preferred

Authorized to work in the U.S.

Tools

PROMIS databases

Connections database

Job description

CASAC Needed in Brooklyn

This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday in specified Client Field Offices. Work hours are 9:00 am - 5:00 pm, with availability for after-hour consultation

Salary: $60,000 to $65,000 per year plus benefits

Overview

In this new Clinical Support Program, we will embed licensed professionals specializing in mental health, substance misuse, and intimate partner violence directly into child protective work in Brooklyn. These clinicians will collaborate closely with Client staff and families to assess needs, provide tailored service recommendations, and ensure families are connected to appropriate supports. By integrating clinical expertise into frontline decision-making, we will play a vital role in enhancing child safety and strengthening family outcomes across the borough.

The full-time CASAC is responsible for assessing substance use in families referred to Client Child Protective Services unit. The CASAC determines the impact of substance use on child safety and recommends appropriate treatment, support or harm reduction services.

This position requires regular in-person presence at an Client field office in Brooklyn or within the community. Occasional travel to other agency sites or meetings may also be required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct substance use assessments using clinical interviews, screenings, and standardized tools.
• Using EBMs such as motivational interviewing, assess readiness to change
• Contribute to CPS teams' decision making, highlighting areas of concern related to child safety due to substance misuse. Participate in case conferences and enrich the CPS teams' understanding of substance use dynamics in family systems.
• Educate CPS staff on substance use trends, treatment options, and best practices for engaging families.

• Refer families to community-based services and suggest appropriate levels of care based on assessment findings.
• Ensure that internal and external referrals are individualized and tailored to meet families' needs, working collaboratively with our Access and Referral Department
• Ensure that warm handoffs occur in making referrals
• Participate in all relevant internal and external meetings
• Provide after-hour coverage for consultation, as needed
• Other related duties as assigned by supervisor.

Required Qualifications

• Valid CASAC Credential required (CASAC-T and CASAC-P not accepted at this time)
• High School diploma or GED considered; Bachelor's degree preferred
• Experience and comfort with Evidence Based Models such as Motivational -Interviewing and multiple substance use assessment measures
• Familiarity with Connections and PROMIS databases preferred
• Authorized to work in the U.S.
• Ability to work in-person in New York City (NYC)
• Ability to travel to other company sites (if required)
• Ability to travel within the community and do visits