CASAC Counselor

We are seeking a Credentialed Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC) for our Queens, NY location Part-Time , who will provide substance abuse counseling services in approved work settings and attend meetings. Provide training of OTP to staff, including overview, policies and requirments. 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.

Responsibilities consist of but not limited to:

• Develops and conducts group individual and family counseling on a scheduled basis to caseload clients/residents
• Obtain weekly random urine samples according to established protocol
• Orients clients/residents 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/resident population; makes referral when necessary and appropriate
• Prepare legal monthly reports monthly or as needed

Qualifications:

• Bachelor"s degree preferred
• Valid NYS OASAS CASAC certification
• Strong leadership, excellent organizational and communication skills
• Ability to work on a strong team of professionals in a culturally diverse environment
• Ability to multitask and to work and function under pressure

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $32.00 - $38.00 per hour

Work Location: In person

Salary : $32 - $38