Substance Abuse Counselor

Essen Health Care; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Essen Health Care in New York is seeking dedicated clinicians to provide essential treatment services for individuals with substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders. This full-time or part-time role involves maintaining a caseload, conducting screenings, and developing individualized treatment plans.

The ideal candidate will possess a bachelor's degree in a human services field paired with a CASAC credential or be enrolled in a licensure-track graduate program. Bilingual candidates are preferred, reflecting our commitment to serving a diverse community.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of counseling or human services experience preferred.
• Proficiency in basic computer applications.
• Familiarity with self-help group processes.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a caseload of patients for substance use and mental health disorders.
• Conduct screenings and assessments.
• Develop and implement treatment plans.

Skills

Bilingual (Spanish, French, Bengali)

Knowledge of addiction and recovery principles

Experience in counseling

Education

Bachelor's degree in a human services field

Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC)

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

About Essen Health Care

Essen Health Care is the largest privately held, multispecialty medical group in New York, providing high‑quality, compassionate care to some of the state’s most vulnerable and underserved residents.

Founded in 1999, Essen has grown from a single primary‑care office into a network of more than 50 locations offering urgent care, primary care, and specialty services, from women’s health to endocrinology and psychiatry. We also provide nursing home support, care management, and in‑home care through our Essen House Calls program. Guided by a population health model, our team of more than 500 providers delivers care in‑person, at home, or via telehealth, ensuring patients receive the support they need when and where they need it.

We’re looking for talented, motivated individuals to join our growing team. Whether you’re a medical provider, administrator, or operations professional, there’s a career here for you. Join us in making a real difference in the health of our community.

Position Overview

Our program is seeking dedicated and compassionate clinicians to provide high‑quality treatment services to individuals affected by substance use and co‑occurring mental health disorders. This is a full‑time or part‑time position, with supervision and training provided. Telehealth service delivery may be required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a caseload of patients receiving treatment for substance use and/or co‑occurring mental health disorders.
• Conduct screenings, intakes, and assessments.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment and discharge plans.
• Provide evidence‑based counseling interventions (individual and group).
• Deliver patient education, psychoeducation, and relapse prevention interventions.
• Facilitate case management, referrals, and crisis intervention services.
• Document all services accurately and in compliance with OASAS and federal guidelines.
• Collaborate effectively with staff, patients, and community providers while maintaining professional boundaries and confidentiality.
• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and ongoing supervision.
• Stay current with best practices through continuing education and professional development.
• Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC), CASAC‑Trainee (CASAC‑T), bachelor’s degree in a human services field with active CASAC‑T or enrollment in a licensure‑track graduate program (MSW, Mental Health Counseling, MFT, etc.).
• Preferred bilingual (Spanish, French, Bengali).

Qualifications & Additional Requirements

• Minimum one year of counseling or human services experience preferred (recent graduates considered).
• Strong knowledge of addiction, recovery, behavioral health, and counseling principles.
• Familiarity with self‑help group processes.
• Proficiency in basic computer applications and electronic health records (EHR).

ESSEN HEALTH CARE IS PROUD TO BE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Essen Health Care is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we seek candidates who desire to work in and serve an ethnically diverse population.