Our Mission Statement: The Rescue Mission of Utica, Inc. is a Christian Ministry, established to proclaim, in word and deed, the life changing Gospel of Jesus Christ, by unconditionally endeavoring to assess and meet the physical, emotional and spiritual needs of those individuals seeking assistance.

Job Title: CASAC Trainee in our Addiction Stabilization Center

Job Summary:

The Certified Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor Trainee (CASAC-T) works under the supervision of a Credentialed Alcoholism & Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC) or other Qualified Health Professional (QHP) as designated by the Program Director. The primary role of the CASAC-T is to provide coordination and implementation of direct substance abuse clinical services for clients.

A condition of employment as CASAC-T is to maintain credentialing and remain current on required trainings. Must obtain credentialing through the NYS Department of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse (OASAS) and adhere to the Canon of Ethical Principles as outlined by the NY State Office of Alcohol and Substance Abuse Services and the RMU Employee Handbook.

Essential Job Functions

• Compose documentation reflective of client progress towards goals while in program.
• Assist in prescreening and routing incoming phone calls to specific team member, discipline, or staff.
• Provide orientation to program for clients.
• Proved basic crisis response.
• Report all observations, interactions and behaviors of a medical nature to the nursing staff or medical director.
• Co-facilitate evidence based material to group setting.
• Document shift notes, opening notes, behavior incidents, client activity logs, discharges and complete all NYS OASAS forms as required.
• Utilize sound clinical judgment with regard to assessment and referral for client services.
• Participate in case review meetings.
• Provide individual motivational counseling for our clients.
• Ability to complete substance use disorder assessment.
• Ability to compose person centered treatment plan.
• Responsible for case management of client. Including but not limited to making accurate recommendations for continued Substance Use Disorder, Mental Health and community support meetings under the supervision of a QHP.
• Ability to conduct a LOCADTR screening.
• Direct observation of client urine screening and personal search.
• Prepare records and reports within the time frame as required by NYS OASAS Regulations Part 820.
• Attend all pertinent in-service training sessions.
• Participate in regularly weekly scheduled clinical supervision meetings with the clinical supervisor.
• Provide evidence base group treatment sessions related to the disease of addiction using lectures and various audio/visual materials.
• Provide person centered, solution focused therapy under the supervision of a QHP.
• Maintain positive liaison relationships with other community agencies, i.e. Department of Social Services, Probation and other Addiction Services, Alcoholic Anonymous, Al-Anon, and ACOA.
• Assist in general daily duties as needed e.g. complete client laundry process, stock shelves, request and stock kitchen and refrigerator items, clean kitchen and dishes, supervise clients in kitchen at all times, supervise client in lounge area, supervise clients during meals, clean client areas and clean and make beds after discharge and receive and document deliveries.
• Strictly follow all established infection control policies.
• Follow established emergency procedures including fire drills, evacuation procedure and disaster plans.
• Help maintain safety and security by monitoring cameras, searching client belongings and monitoring client activities, performing building checks and practicing defensive driving.
• Update the Program Director and/or Clinical Coordinator in a timely manner about all matters, seek advice and counsel and develop a spirit of cooperation in carrying out the job responsibilities.
• Comply with Canon of Ethical Principles as outlined by the NY State Office of Alcohol and Substance Abuse Services and the RMU Employee Handbook.
• Transport clients to appointments as needed.
• Abide by all Mission, program and safety policies, procedures and guidelines.
• Attend and participate in all mandatory meetings and trainings, Treatment Team and

In-service trainings as requested by supervisor.

• All other duties assigned by your supervisor.

Minimum Job Qualifications

• Acquisition of CASAC trainee certification.
• Certificate of completion for 350 hours of Alcohol and Substance education.
• Will maintain current and valid license, registration or certification required for position.
• Intermediate skills with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and Electronic Medical Record (EMR) use.
• Current, clean and valid New York State driver’s license, preferred.
• Ability and commitment to the Ethical Principles of Substance Abuse Counselors.
• Enthusiastic support of our Mission Statement.

Status/Hours: Part-Time/Per Diem – 4p-8p 

Pay Rate and Benefits: New Wage Scales. We offer a competitive pay rate and comprehensive benefit package for eligible employees to include medical, dental, life insurance, 401(k), voluntary benefits, paid time off, holidays and paid training.

Thank you for considering the Rescue Mission of Utica for your future employment. Have a blessed day!

The Rescue Mission of Utica is an equal opportunity employer encouraging individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply.