Detox Admissions Counselor

Praesum Healthcare; Town of Islip (NY); On-site; USD 26,139 - 37,229; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

401k with company match

Accrued Paid Time Off (PTO)

Education reimbursement

Career Advancement Opportunities

Job summary

A leading detox center in the Town of Islip is seeking an Admissions Counselor to facilitate the admissions process and assist patients in adjusting to treatment. The ideal candidate has a High School Diploma and is pursuing licensure for counseling. Responsibilities include conducting assessments, providing information to patients and families, and documenting the admission process. This full-time role offers compensation at $23/hour and various employee benefits, including medical insurance and 401k options.

Qualifications

• Must be pursuing or willing to pursue State Licensure for alcohol and/or drug counselor.
• Working knowledge of DSM V Substance Disorder diagnosis.

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial assessments of patient needs.
• Provide information to patients and families about treatment.
• Document the admission process in the medical record.
• Conduct tours for prospective patients and families.

Skills

Communication and interpersonal skills

Assessment and intake skills

Knowledge of substance disorder diagnosis

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

A leading detox center in the Town of Islip is seeking an Admissions Counselor to facilitate the admissions process and assist patients in adjusting to treatment. The ideal candidate has a High School Diploma and is pursuing licensure for counseling. Responsibilities include conducting assessments, providing information to patients and families, and documenting the admission process. This full-time role offers compensation at $23/hour and various employee benefits, including medical insurance and 401k options.