Substance Abuse Counselor – Methadone Treatment & Counseling

Montefiore Hudson Valley Collaborative; New York (NY); On-site; USD 39,187 - 55,812; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive insurance products

Discount programs

Job summary

Montefiore Hudson Valley Collaborative is seeking a Substance Abuse Specialist in Bronx, New York. This full-time role involves providing individual and group counseling to patients in the Chemical Dependency Program. Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s degree and a CASAC or relevant license, along with at least one year of experience in addictions counseling. This is a grant-funded position with varied hours and an hourly rate of $34.48.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• CASAC or license in social work, mental health counseling or a related field is required.
• Minimum 1 year work experience as an addictions counselor preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group counseling for substance abuse.
• Complete biopsychosocial evaluations for patients.
• Develop and implement treatment plans in collaboration with patients.

Skills

Substance abuse counseling

Case management

Client progress documentation

Community outreach

Education

Bachelor’s degree

CASAC or license in social work/mental health counseling

Job description

Montefiore Hudson Valley Collaborative is seeking a Substance Abuse Specialist in Bronx, New York. This full-time role involves providing individual and group counseling to patients in the Chemical Dependency Program. Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s degree and a CASAC or relevant license, along with at least one year of experience in addictions counseling. This is a grant-funded position with varied hours and an hourly rate of $34.48.