Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Use Counselor

JOB DEFINITION:

Utilizes various professional activities, under supervision, which serve the treatment needs of the client.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Bachelor's Degree preferred; High School Diploma required.

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

Prior successful field work experience under proper supervision.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Gathers sufficient information for each client to make a diagnostic assessment necessary to determine assignment priorities and treatment plan or referral to the treatment resources in the community.
• Provide individual intervention to adults, adolescents, and children with the full range of DSM diagnoses, including both mental health and substance use disorders, in an acute care, outpatient setting.
• Shares information about the Agency and its services in order to help clients and other interested citizens participate in treatment decisions, set appropriate goals and better understand the functions of the center.
• Helps clients to become effective consumers of mental health and substance abuse services through information sharing, empowerment and transcendence of the stigma associated with those services.
• Regularly assesses with supervisor the progress of the client's treatment and is open to recommendations for improvement.
• Assists clients in developing appropriate expectations from treatment.
• Participates in all required internal and external meetings that appropriately represent the needs of the client and the Agency.
• Utilizes and understands the value of supervision which increases practice skills, promotes better service for the client and preserves accountability to the Agency.
• Facilitate sharing of data with the individuals to whom it applies to facilitate partnered decision-making and to keep clients informed of progress
• Complete QI Training during onboarding and participate in QI refresher training as needed.
• Ability to cultivate a culture of inclusion for all employees that respects their individual strengths, views and experiences. A Culture that makes better decisions, drives innovation, and delivers better business results.
• Adherence to all safety protocols and procedures to ensure a safe working environment for all employees. Demonstrate a commitment to maintaining a safe work environment by following established safety guidelines.
• Health and Safety Awareness: Include any relevant knowledge or experience regarding health and safety protocols to ensure a safe work environment for all employees.
• Other duties as assigned.

BENEFITS:

We offer an attractive and competitive benefits package for full time employees which includes but not limited to:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• $0 Deductible Platinum Plus Medical Insurance Plan - 90% Employer Provided Benefit
• Flexible Spending Account
• 403(b) retirement plan
• Long Term and Short Term Disability
• Legal Plan
• Dependent Care Expense Account
• Life Insurance/Supplemental Life Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• HRA
• Training programs including a Mentorship program
• Employees may be eligible for Federal/Public Student Loan Forgiveness
• Career growth and Promotional opportunities
• Employee Perks and Discounts to Broadway shows and more

5 Personal Days, 10-20 Vacation Days, 12 Sick Days, 12 Company Paid Holidays-yearly and so much more

___________________________________________________________________

If interested please apply via this ad or fax your resume to HR DIRECTOR, CAROL OTERO at 516-396-0553.

___________________________________________________________________

CN GuidanceCounseling Services, inspires and catalyzes recovery for people living with mental health and substance use conditions through innovative and person-centered integrated clinical treatment, counseling, housing, and support services.

• Awarded Newsday/Dan papers Top Long Island Work Place 2019-2025, 7 years in a row.
• Every job and every team at our agency plays a role in helping other Long Islanders live healthy and fulfilling lives.
• Engage your passion and CHOOSE a careeremployer where you can use your vital energy to make a difference.

It is the policy of CN Guidance and Counseling Services, Inc. to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital status, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. CN Guidance and Counseling Services, Inc. prohibits any such discrimination or harassment.'