FFS Therapist for midtown Substance Abuse Program

Parallax Center; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking outpatient substance abuse treatment facility is seeking dedicated Counselors/Therapists to join their team. This role involves facilitating both in-person and virtual counseling sessions, offering flexibility in scheduling while ensuring a minimum of 15 hours of client contact per week. The position includes paid supervision, ongoing training, and opportunities for career advancement. The ideal candidate will have a passion for helping individuals overcome challenges related to substance use and will thrive in a supportive work environment that values professional development.

Benefits

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Flexible schedule

Stock options plan

Training & development

Vision insurance

Competitive salary

Great Work Environment

Qualifications

• Licensed or eligible for licensure in substance abuse counseling within six months.
• Experience with substance use disorders and/or LGBTQ+ populations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group counseling for substance abuse treatment.
• Maintain documentation and treatment plans for clients.
• Coordinate services with referral sources and provide client referrals.

Skills

Substance Abuse Counseling

Crisis Intervention

Documentation Skills

Group Facilitation

Education

CASAC

LMSW

LCSW

LMHC

MSW

Job description

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Stock options plan
• Training & development
• Vision insurance

Benefits/Perks

• Competitive Compensation
• Great Work Environment
• Career Advancement Opportunities

Job Summary

Outpatient substance abuse treatment facility is seeking highly motivated Counselors/therapists to facilitate in-person and virtual individual and group counseling sessions for FFS and salaried positions. The program allows for flexibility in the assignment of days/hours but requires a minimum of 15 hours of client contact per week with paid supervision/conference. Weekly supervision and ongoing OASAS-approved in-service training are provided. Supervision is compensated but management requires that candidates facilitate two groups per week

Responsibilities

• Provide substance abuse treatment for clients in the program, including group, individual, and family counseling and crisis intervention.
• Facilitate groups for adult outpatient clients enrolled in the program and provide individual counseling services for clients on his/her caseload.
• Complete and maintain documentation including treatment plans & reviews, psycho-social assessments, progress and session notes, discharge plans, and reports.
• Ensure that clients’ medical examinations and psychiatric evaluations are completed.
• Attend regularly scheduled case conferences, weekly communications, and supervisory and special agency staff meetings.
• Maintain credentialing and attend training
• Provide clients with referrals and assist with obtaining appropriate services and resources.
• Coordinate services with referral sources such as the Criminal Justice System, consulting psychiatrists and medical care providers.
• Participate in intake, outreach, and screening of clients, and provide counseling and referral services to clients’ families.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor; uphold all agency policies and Code of Conduct.

Qualifications

CASAC, LMSW, LCSW, LMHC; and MSW (if not licensed, to obtain license within 6 months of employment). Experience working with a substance use disorder and/or LGBTQ+ population and/or MICA is preferred.

Immediate hire needed. Background and fingerprint clearances are required. Send a cover letter and resume to Jacques Nir, LCSW SIFI, Chief Operating Officer. Specify hours available. www.parallaxcenter.com

Flexible work from home options available.