Substance Abuse Counselor – Day Shift, Grant-Funded

Montefiore Hudson Valley Collaborative; New York (NY); On-site; USD 39,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Montefiore Hudson Valley Collaborative in Bronx, NY is hiring a Substance Abuse Specialist for the SATP. The role provides individual and group counseling, psychosocial evaluations and case management to patients in the Chemical Dependency Program, with a focus on methadone treatment and integrated care services.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree, CASAC or equivalent license, and at least 1 year of addictions counseling experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• CASAC or license in social work, mental health counseling or a related field is also required.
• Minimum 1 year work experience as an addictions counselor (preferably with methadone clients) required.
• Knowledge and ability to integrate historical and current patient issues.
• Knowledge of substance abuse counseling and treatment.
• Ability to effectively work with adults and older adults with addiction.

Responsibilities

• Screen patients for appropriateness for care.
• Complete biopsychosocial evaluation utilizing all available data and interviews.
• Develop, implement, and validate treatment plans and discharges in collaboration with patient and team.
• Provide chemical dependency counseling to individuals, groups, couples and families.
• Document client progress as per policies and procedures.
• Participate in staff conferences, trainings and performance improvement activities.
• Provide community outreach and education.

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Montefiore Hudson Valley Collaborative in Bronx, NY is hiring a Substance Abuse Specialist for the SATP. The role provides individual and group counseling, psychosocial evaluations and case management to patients in the Chemical Dependency Program, with a focus on methadone treatment and integrated care services.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree, CASAC or equivalent license, and at least 1 year of addictions counseling experience.