Substance Abuse Counselor

Essen Healthcare; New York (NY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Essen Healthcare is looking for dedicated Counselors to provide high-quality treatment services to individuals affected by substance use and mental health disorders in New York. Candidates should hold a CASAC credential or be enrolled in a relevant graduate program.

The position involves maintaining a patient caseload, conducting assessments, delivering counseling interventions, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. Telehealth may be required. A strong knowledge of addiction and recovery is essential.

Qualifications

• Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC), or CASAC-Trainee (CASAC-T).
• Minimum one year of counseling or human services experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of addiction, recovery, and behavioral health.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a caseload of patients receiving treatment for substance use.
• Conduct screenings, intakes, and assessments.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans.

Skills

Knowledge of addiction and recovery

Counseling principles

Bilingual (Spanish, French, Bengali)

Proficiency in EHR

Education

Bachelor's degree in a human services field

Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC)

Tools

Basic computer applications

Job description

Overview

Company Overview: At Essen Health Care, we care for that!

As the largest privately held multispecialty medical group in the Bronx, we provide high-quality, compassionate, and accessible medical care to some of the most vulnerable and under-served residents of New York State. Guided by a Population Health model of care, Essen has five integrated clinical divisions offering urgent care, primary care, and specialty services, as well as nursing home staffing and care management. Founded in 1999, our over 20-year commitment has fueled an unwavering dedication toward innovating a better healthcare delivery system. Essen has expanded from a single primary care office to an umbrella organization offering specialties from women’s health to endocrinology, from psychiatry to a vast array of other specialties. All clinical services are offered via telehealth or in-person at over 35 medical offices and at home through the Essen House Calls program.

Essen Health Care is the place Where Care Comes Together! We are looking for the most talented and effective individuals to join our rapidly growing company. With over 1,100 employees and 400+ Practitioners, we care for over 250,000 patients annually in New York City and beyond. From medical providers to administration & operational staff, there is a career here for you.

Job Summary

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. The Counselor will maintain a caseload, deliver evidence-based interventions, and work as part of a multidisciplinary team to support patient recovery and wellness.

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.

Qualifications

• 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: Bi‑Lingual (Spanish, French, Bengali)
• 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).

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.