What are the responsibilities and job description for the Counselor position at Outreach Development Corp.?
Position: Counselor
The Counselor is responsible for the delivery and implementation of clinical series to a population of individuals who experience substance misuse and symptoms of mental health disorders. The Counselor serves as a member of the multi-disciplinary team and reports to the Program Coordinator, Assistant Director, or Director.
Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications.
This position is based at REACT Outpatient Services located at 27A Washington Place, Roosevelt, NY
Essential Duties:
- Provide individual sessions consistent with client need, person-centered care, and best practices.
- Facilitate group sessions related to various topics including but not limited to: substance use, relapse prevention, trauma, life skills, stages of change, etc.
- Document all service delivery in the EHR promptly and consistent with insurance and stakeholder standards.
- Ensure that 70% of work hours are spent providing services.
- Participate in case conferences, staff meetings, as well as individual and group supervision.
- Deescalate client crises when appropriate and report all incidents to site managers.
- Complete toxicology testing consistent with OASAS and Outreach policies.
- Attend speaking engagements or tabling events.
- Maintain training appropriate to role and credential/licensure.
- Based on credential/licensure, the counselor may supervise interns.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Minimum Requirements:
- Minimum CASAC-T, CASAC or MSW/MHC/MFT/CAT eligible for limited permit, or a fully licensed clinician.
- 2-3 years of experience with substance use disorders.
- 1-2 years of experience working with individuals diagnosed with co-occurring disorders.
- 1-2 years of experience working in an OASAS-licensed facility a plus.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Commitment to providing quality services and outcome driven performance measures.
- Excellent time management and organizational skills.
- Ability to network with community organizations.
- Action-oriented, adaptable and innovative.
- Ability to develop rapport and engage with clients to support clinical goals and retention.
- Ability to work as a member of a team.
Salary : $25 - $42