CASAC Counselor: Transforming Substance Abuse Care

Sun River Health; New York (NY); On-site; USD 48,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

Retirement Savings Plan

Commuter and Transit Benefits

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Employee Discount Program

Job summary

Sun River Health in Staten Island is seeking a full-time Certified Alcohol and Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC) to join our Bay Street site. The CASAC provides counseling, performs assessments and treatment planning for clients with substance use disorders in group and individual settings.

Requirements include a valid OASAS CASAC certification (350 hours), High School Equivalency, 3–5 years in an OASAS program, and bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3–5 years experience in an OASAS program.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct group and individual counseling for caseload clients.
• Explain program goals, rules, rights, and obligations to clients.
• Document using ECW and maintain records.
• Collaborate with licensed clinicians in a team setting.
• Provide education on alcohol and drug abuse and refer to supportive services.

Skills

Group counseling

Individual counseling

Clinical judgment

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

High School Equivalency

Full OASAS CASAC certification (350 hours)

Tools

ECW

Job description

Sun River Health in Staten Island is seeking a full-time Certified Alcohol and Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC) to join our Bay Street site. The CASAC provides counseling, performs assessments and treatment planning for clients with substance use disorders in group and individual settings.

Requirements include a valid OASAS CASAC certification (350 hours), High School Equivalency, 3–5 years in an OASAS program, and bilingual English/Spanish preferred.