Senior Counselor

Phoenix-House-of-New-York; Lake Ronkonkoma (NY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Holidays

Sick leave

Wellness time

Tuition reimbursement

403(b) retirement plan

Health insurance

Job summary

Phoenix House of New York in Ronkonkoma, NY seeks a Senior Counselor to lead clinical activities and guide a team within a comprehensive treatment program for substance use disorders.

The role involves supervising counselors, delivering individual and group therapy, and participating in crisis intervention, case conferences, and program development efforts.

Qualifications

• Minimum three years of experience serving individuals with substance use disorders.
• Minimum one year in a supervisory role.

Responsibilities

• Supervise CASAC counselors when assigned and provide crisis support.
• Deliver individual and group therapy to assigned patients.
• Coordinate with RSS supervisors on daily program needs.
• Participate in case conferences to assess progress and adjust treatment plans.
• Recommend program revisions to improve effectiveness.
• Assist with counselor performance evaluations.
• Train staff in clinical practices and treatment delivery.
• Oversee CASAC intern program and onboarding.
• Monitor medication as part of treatment.

Skills

Crisis Intervention

Supervision

Teamwork

Ethical Practices

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

CASAC

License NYS

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Ronkonkoma Residential - Ronkonkoma, NY 11779

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: License/Certification

Salary Range: $23.51 - $35.29 Hourly

Job Shift: Morning

Job Category: Nonprofit - Social Services

Summary

Are you ready to join a dynamic team of dedicated values-based leaders and professionals who are committed to creating a healthy, addiction-free world?

As a Senior Counselor at Phoenix House, you will be responsible for the administration, supervision, and direction of clinical activities involved in establishing a complete treatment environment.

About Us

Phoenix House of New York | Long Island is a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping individuals and families overcome substance use disorders and achieve lasting recovery. We provide treatment, housing, and support services for our clients and their families. Our core values— Integrity, Compassion, Appreciation, Respect, Excellence, and Forward Thinking —guide our approach, ensuring each person receives evidence-based care that promotes dignity and wellness. By upholding these values, we empower people to rebuild their lives with hope, accountability, and support.

What We Offer

• (10) Paid Holidays
• Paid vacation, sick time, personal and wellness time
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for those who are scheduled to work at least 30 hours per week
• Pet insurance, legal support, and other supplemental insurance
• A generous tuition reimbursement program
• 403(b) retirement plan
• Competitive wages and more...

Responsibilities

• Assists in the supervision of CASAC counselors (when assigned) and providing needed support during crisis. Senior counselors should be involved in the crisis intervention.
• Handles a small caseload, delivering all treatment components to assigned patients; providing both individual and group therapy.
• Ensures that the clients in their respective program, building or floor are supported throughout the day and works with the RSS and RSS supervisors on the day-to-day concerns.
• Participates in case conferences to assess patient progress, where needed; makes recommendations for changes in treatment planning and advancement to the next treatment level.
• Makes recommendations regarding program effectiveness and needed revisions to a program design and/or policies and procedures.
• Provides input for annual counselor performance evaluations for the Clinical Supervisor’s and/or Program Director’s review.
• Teach and train staff in the clinical aspects of a treatment, rendering individual training whenever necessary.
• Assist with the oversight of the CASAC intern program and training and onboarding.
• Medication monitoring.

Job Details

Ronkonkoma Residential –Ronkonkoma, NY

Full Time-non-exempt

Salary range $23.51 - $35.29.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED
• Bachelors preferred

Licenses/Certifications

• Independent license issued by NYS
• Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC) in good standing, preferred

Required Experience

• Minimum three years of experience working with the substance use disorder population
• Minimum one year of experience in a supervisory role

Competencies (KSAs)

• Ethical Practices
• Judgment
• Relationship Management
• Emotional Intelligence
• Empathy
• Professional Boundaries
• Global and Cultural Awareness
• Critical Evaluation
• Problem Solving
• Decision Making
• Communication
• Teamwork
• Crisis Management
• Technical Capacity

Work Environment

This job operates in an indoor office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones and photocopiers.

Physical Demands

• Regularly required to sit, use hands to type, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear.
• Frequently required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel or crouch and lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.