Substance Use Counselor- LMSW/CASAC Job at Center for Community Alternatives, Inc. in New York City

Job Summary: Provides counseling services including identifying, screening and assessing clients to determine the need for substance use treatment. Provides referrals to community-based organizations and coordinates care as needed. Responsible for facilitating therapeutic group and individual sessions. Responsible for completing and maintaining detailed OASAS-compliant case records

Duties and Responsibilities: Conduct intake interviews, biopsychosocials, mental health screenings Formulate treatment plans and treatment plan reviews, act as participant's case manager to coordinate care within Crossroads and will external providers Perform individual counseling duties which include holding weekly individual sessions with clients, providing referrals to community-based resources (healthcare, social services, and administrative e.g. help obtaining insurance), and developing client schedules Initiate and maintain client records in accordance with policies and procedures Ensure accurate and timely data entry of all client information into the agency’s database; utilize electronic health record system Facilitate assigned treatment groups Perform drug testing as needed Prepare monthly updates for court or other supervising agencies Participate in treatment team case reviews. Consult with other professionals in support of client’s treatment Complete discharge documentation as needed 12 paid holidays per year 20 days of earned time off (ETO) for full-time staff, with the ability to use it after 90-days of employment. Time off is earned starting on your first day. 7 days of paid sick time Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program

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