What are the responsibilities and job description for the CASAC Addiction Counselor position at Walrath Recruiting, Inc.?
Hourly: $23-$29/hour
Job Title: CASAC Addiction Counselor
Location: Catskill, NY, Hudson, NY, or Albany, NY
Position Type: Full-time, Permanent
Description:
Our client is currently seeking CASAC Addiction Counselors to join their team. This is a full-time, permanent position. The CASAC Addiction Counselor will provide clinical counseling services to individuals in recovery and adolescents receiving mental health services. This role will conduct screenings and assessments, develop treatment plans, provide individual and group counseling, and coordinate services to support clients throughout their recovery.
Responsibilities Include:
- Provide individual and group counseling to clients in recovery.
- Provide mental health counseling services to adolescent clients.
- Conduct client screenings and assessments and support clinical evaluations.
- Develop and maintain effective, individualized treatment plans.
- Maintain a caseload of up to 35 clients.
- Make and coordinate referrals to appropriate community and support services.
- Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant clinical documentation and case records.
- Monitor client progress and provide appropriate treatment support.
- Collaborate with clinical staff, community providers, and other professionals to coordinate client services.
- Support a safe, respectful, and therapeutic treatment environment.
- Participate in case conferences, team meetings, trainings, and professional development activities.
- Promote available services and develop relationships with community providers to support referrals.
- Maintain professional relationships with clients, colleagues, and community partners.
Qualifications:
- CASAC-T/P, CASAC, or other qualified health professional (QHP) credential required.
- Associate degree in Psychology, Counseling, Social Work, or a related field preferred. Relevant work experience may be considered in place of a degree.
- At least 4 years of experience working in an OASAS-licensed facility.
- At least 3 years of counseling experience, preferably in an OASAS-licensed outpatient chemical dependency treatment program.
- Valid New York State driver’s license required.
- Strong knowledge of addiction counseling, assessment, treatment planning, and case documentation.
- Strong communication, active listening, and relationship-building skills.
- Proficiency with electronic medical records and Microsoft Office.
Salary : $23 - $29