Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC / CASAC-T)

Voa Gny; New York (NY); In loco; USD 42.000 - 56.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Medical, Dental, & Vision Coverage

Prescription Coverage

Life Insurance

Retirement Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off, including a Paid Birth

Descrizione del lavoro

VOA-GNY's Empower Residence in New York, NY is seeking a Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC/CASAC-T) to provide direct counseling, guidance and case management to women facing substance use challenges.

The role requires NYS CASAC/CASAC-T credentials, a high school diploma or GED, and at least one year of social services experience. You will develop service plans, maintain records and collaborate with community providers.

Competenze

• Must hold a NYS CASAC/CASAC-T credential.
• High School diploma or GED required.
• At least one year of social services experience in treatment planning, counseling, case management and crisis intervention.

Mansioni

• Provide counseling services to individuals with substance use issues.
• Develop and implement service plans addressing client needs.
• Maintain client records and documentation.
• Coordinate with community treatment providers.
• Prepare and submit service delivery reports.

Formazione

High School diploma or GED

CASAC/CASAC-T credential

Descrizione del lavoro

Position: Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC/CASAC-T)

The Substance Abuse Counselor provides direct counseling, guidance and case management services to clients with specific substance abuse problems. The Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC)/ Case Manager participates in delivery of social services to all clients of the program.

Empower Residence is a 24/7 transitional housing program for women, operating under HRA/DSS guidelines. As an enhanced shelter, we support residents facing challenges such as mental health needs, substance use, unemployment, and poverty. To learn more about the program, copy and paste this link into a browser https://www.voa-gny.org/services/housing

Location: New York, NY 10023

Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED and current Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC) or (CASAC-T) by NYS Office of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Services.
• One year’s experience of social services experience in treatment planning, individual and group counseling case management and crisis intervention.

Substance Abuse Counselor Principal Responsibilities

• Provide appropriate counseling services to individuals with specialized needs as defined in the service plan.
• Develop service plans with clients which address individualized needs.
• Maintain client records.
• Maintain linkages with community treatment providers.
• Complete accurate and comprehensive service delivery reports.

We are committed to offering our employees an exceptional comprehensive benefits package that supports their health, well-being, and personal growth. Full-time employees enjoy:

• Medical, Dental, & Vision Coverage
• Prescription Coverage
• Life Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off, including a Paid Birthday Holiday

And much more!