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Job Title: CD Counselor III

Department: Chemical Dependency

Site: Cassasaga Chemical Dependency Outpatient Clinic

Status: Full Time

Shift: M-F, Various

Hours per week: 37.5

Job Summary: Facilitates group therapy without the necessity of co-leader. Facilitates family programming. conducts individual therapy sessions and serves as primary therapist. Conducts assessments, evaluations, prepares treatment plans, presents cases in case staffing, and periodically re-evaluates client progress and supervises some sessions as assigned. Maintains contact with referral sources and other providers in accordance with New York State and Federal confidentiality regulations. Provides specific information to public groups and inquiries regarding treatment services available. Provide supervision to staff members employed by the unit with the assistance of the Program Supervisor or other CASAC. May be required to fill the duties of a Supervising Counselor in his or her absence. Seeks supervision to assure that all incidents are investigated and corrective action taken. Must be able to demonstrate clinical skills appropriate to clinical setting.

Education /Licensure/Certification:

Master’s Degree in Human Services or Social Work and licensed/certification: Certified Alcoholism and Substance abuse Counselor who has a current valid credential as issued by the New York State Office of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Services in accordance with paragraphs 19.07 (a) and (20) of the Mental Hygiene Law,

OR

Other qualified health professional as defined by the New York State Office of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Services in 14 NYCRR, part 372.

1-3 years paid experience in Chemical Dependency Counseling.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.00 - $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work setting:

• In-person

Education:

• Master's (Preferred)

Work Location: In person