CASAC Counselor — Clinical Substance Abuse Services

VIP Community Services; New York (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dress down Fridays

Discount on gym membership

Tuition reduction rate on continuing教育

Annual holiday party

Annual staff picnic

Transit discount for parking and MTA

Job summary

VIP Community Services in New York is seeking a Counselor who will develop and manage coordinated counseling services under supervision to ensure optimal client outcomes. The role emphasizes assessment, treatment planning, and discharge planning within department procedures and regulatory guidelines.

The counselor will participate in interdisciplinary treatment planning, collaborate across disciplines, monitor program compliance, manage referrals and resources, and assist in disseminating

Qualifications

• CASAC/CASAC-T certification is required or preferred.
• Bachelor’s or Associate degree with relevant experience is required.
• Minimum 1 year experience working with the substance abuse population.
• Minimum 3 years experience in the social services field.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to read, write and speak English.
• Knowledge of computer programs.
• Spanish language knowledge is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical counseling services including initial assessment, treatment plan and discharge planning.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team treatment planning and activities as scheduled.
• Collaborate with other disciplines to meet client needs.
• Assist in enforcing program rules and regulations.
• Plan and manage dissemination of program schedules and information about events and activities.
• Monitor collection of urine specimens and toxicology results.
• Handle telephone inquiries and provide program information including alternative providers.
• Maintain up-to-date database of referral information and resources.
• Refer applicants to detox or rehab services as needed.

Skills

Excellent written and oral

English language proficiency

Spanish language knowledge

Computer skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Associate degree

CASAC or CASAC-T certification

Job description

VIP Community Services in New York is seeking a Counselor who will develop and manage coordinated counseling services under supervision to ensure optimal client outcomes. The role emphasizes assessment, treatment planning, and discharge planning within department procedures and regulatory guidelines.

The counselor will participate in interdisciplinary treatment planning, collaborate across disciplines, monitor program compliance, manage referrals and resources, and assist in disseminating