CCBHC/ACDP Expansion

Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC) Bronx, NY : 12/26/2023

Job Description

Job ID#:

3723

Job Category:

CCBHC/ACDP Expansion

Position Type:

Full Time Union

Positions Available:

2

Details:

TheCredentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC)provides alcoholism and substance abuse counseling services in approved work settings. The CASAC provides comprehensive assessment services to clients who may have substance abuse barriers to employment by applying clinical judgment to determine appropriate treatment needs and levels of care. This includes performing diagnostic assessment, evaluation, intervention, referral and alcoholism and/or substance abuse counseling in both individual and group settings. This is an 1199 Union Position Payrate is $31.97 hour

KEY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Provide integrated care services to the client population at the ACDP clinic as indicated by the OASAS, CCBHC expansion scope of practice

Provide clients with services in the filed as required

Participate in grant related workshops and trainings

Use the grant portals; SPARS to enter any grant required data in terms of service provision, clinical indicators

Develops and conducts group, individual and family counseling on a scheduled basis to caseload clients

Obtain weekly random urine samples according to established protocol

Orients clients about program goals, objectives, rules and regulations, client"s obligations, client"s rights and program operation

Demonstrates knowledge of group work management techniques and uses those techniques appropriately

Demonstrates appropriate treatment planning and clinical intervention

Demonstrates knowledge of appropriate documentation

Provides education and information to the client about alcohol and drug abuse

Maintains and updates referral services and resources that may be useful to our client population; makes referral when necessary and appropriate

Prepare legal monthly reports monthly or as needed

REQUIREMENTS:

High School Diploma required. Associate/Bachelor Degree preferred

Valid NYS OASAS CASAC certification

3 years experience in OASAS program

Bilingual-Spanish preferred.

Strong leadership, excellent organizational and communication skills

Ability to work with a strong team of professionals in a culturally diverse environment

Ability to multitask and work/function in a fast pace environment

Hybrid schedules are available

*Acacia Network is an equal opportunity employer*

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