Substance Abuse Counselor — Grant-Funded, Daytime Hours

Montefiore New Rochelle; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Assortment of insurance products

Discount programs through Voluntary Benefits

Job summary

Montefiore New Rochelle seeks a Substance Abuse Specialist in Bronx, NY, to provide counseling to patients in the Chemical Dependency Program. Responsibilities include individual and group therapy, biopsychosocial evaluations, and case management. Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree, CASAC or a related license, and at least one year of experience preferably with methadone clients. This full-time position is grant funded with varying hours during the week, offering a dynamic work environment focused on patient care and recovery.

Qualifications

• 1 year of work experience as an addictions counselor, preferably with methadone clients.
• Knowledge of substance abuse counseling and treatment.
• Ability to work effectively with adults and older adults with addiction.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group substance abuse counseling.
• Complete biopsychosocial evaluations for patients.
• Develop, implement, and validate treatment plans in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.
• Document client progress according to program policies.
• Participate in staff conferences and relevant performance improvement activities.

Skills

Substance abuse counseling

Psychosocial evaluation

Case management

Community outreach

Education

Bachelor’s degree

CASAC or license in social work

Job description

Montefiore New Rochelle seeks a Substance Abuse Specialist in Bronx, NY, to provide counseling to patients in the Chemical Dependency Program. Responsibilities include individual and group therapy, biopsychosocial evaluations, and case management. Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree, CASAC or a related license, and at least one year of experience preferably with methadone clients. This full-time position is grant funded with varying hours during the week, offering a dynamic work environment focused on patient care and recovery.