Substance Use Counselor

Samaritan Village, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 43,132 - 45,405; Full time

Job summary

A leading Health and Human Services Agency in New York seeks a Substance Use Counselor to provide individual and group counseling to patients with substance use disorder. This role involves developing treatment plans, engaging patients in their recovery process, and coordinating with other treatment providers. Candidates should have a high school diploma and relevant certification, along with experience in the field. Join our dedicated team and make a difference in the lives of those struggling with addiction.

Qualifications

• Minimum one to two years of related experience with clients with Substance Use Disorder.
• Knowledge of laws regarding personnel and client information.
• Experience in working within an Opioid Treatment Program.

Responsibilities

• Develop treatment plans with the Program Director or Clinical Supervisor.
• Provide individual and group counseling to patients.
• Make referrals to appropriate treatment programs.
• Support patients in decision-making regarding their care.

Skills

Experience with Substance Use Disorder

Trauma Informed Care knowledge

Clinical consultation skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

OASAS CASAC-T or CASAC Certification

Job description

Overview

Substance Use Counselor

Healthcare staff can work anywhere….The BEST work with US!

$31.31-$32.96

A nationally recognized comprehensive Health and Human Services Agency, with over 60 programs across New York City and greater New York Area.

Samaritan Daytop Village, serves over 33,000 New Yorkers annually within your neighborhoods and communities so our success depends on those we employ.

The Role

Under general direction, the Substance Use Counselor is an integral member of the clinical team and serves as the primary counselor to a caseload of substance use disorder patients. The SU Counselor will manage a caseload of patients, provide individual and group counseling, conduct an assessment, coordinate services, psycho-education, referrals, and keep all required documentation up to date. This work is carried out in support of the mission and goals of Samaritan Daytop Village.

Responsibilities

What You Will Do

• Develops a treatment plan in concert with the Program Director or Clinical Supervisor that reflects an understanding of specialized Track issues as related to the physical, medical, cognitive, and psychosocial needs and specific diagnosis.
• Uses a strengths-based and trauma-informed approach to work collaboratively with patients and internal and external treatment team members to help support patients in their treatment and recovery.
• Provides clinical consultation to referral resources, Mentors, family members, and others to help support patients in their recovery.
• Works closely with patients to engage them in the decision-making process and help them understand the benefits of assessment and accessing the appropriate level of care as indicated.
• Collects and reviews referral information upon assignment of patients from the referral source and consults with others as needed to support coordination of services and scheduling of patient interviews.
• Based on assessments, make referrals to the most appropriate programs and agencies in an effort to help patients access the right level of care to best meet their treatment needs.
• Assists patients with scheduling an admission or first appointment date at the program or facility where they are referred.
• Monitors patient access to and involvement with treatment and other providers to help address barriers to treatment and the recovery process.

Qualifications

Who You Will Be

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• OASAS CASAC-T or CASAC Certification.
• Minimum One-Two (1-2) years of related experience working with clients with Substance Use Disorder (SUD) preferably within an Opioid Treatment Program.
• Knowledge and/or training in Trauma Informed Care and various organizational treatment.
• Knowledge of and experience working with persons with co-occurring disorders.
• Knowledge of the laws regarding personnel and client information.