HumanEdge

CASAC Counselor

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If you've inquired to HumanEdge in the past, please use the same email to help shorten the inquiry process. If you've never inquired or don't remember, you may use any valid email address. Email Apply with Indeed Application Process Upon completing the application process, one of our representatives will contact you shortly. This initial phone conversation is an important opportunity for you to get all of your questions answered and for us to meet your needs as quickly and efficiently as possible. CASAC Counselor Ref: 311062 Type: Direct Hire Location: Manhattan, NY Job Level: Experienced Non-Manager Pay: $50,000.00 - $60,000.00 Opportunity Description Provides treatment and counseling services to promote rehabilitation and client-centered interventions. Demonstrates professional competency by successfully engaging and treating clients to meet treatment goals. Company Information Our client, a nonprofit, provides a spectrum of treatments for opioids and other substance abuse disorders. Job Duties Counsels clients, writes treatment plans, assesses client progress and recommends needed services such as HIV and vocational counseling referrals and parenting classes. Teaches clients how to manage stress and circumstances affecting their lives. Case management of legal reports, court letters, EAP, and/or educational assistance. Collaborate with vocational staff to integrate vocational rehabilitation into the overall treatment process. Recommend clients for consultations as appropriate (i.e. psychological or psychiatric). Participates in assessing clients in weekly staff meetings and in a multi-disciplinary team setting. Assists other clinical staff by providing information necessary to assess clients and collaborate on treatment planning. Obtains, monitors, and integrates into treatment planning all urinalysis data as directed by supervisor. Completes in-service and other trainings. Participates in all meetings as directed by supervisor. Fills in for other counselors who may be on leave as needed. In residential programs, conducts room inspections to assure cleanliness and adherence to program rules and regulations. Performs other duties as requested or assigned. Education CASAC and 1 year experience in SUD preferred. Or CASAC-T and 3 years' experience in SUD; in addition, must obtain CASAC within 6 months. High School Diploma/GED. Experience&Skills Required Knowledge of substance use treatment including Methadone detoxification and withdrawal symptoms. Must be multi-culturally sensitive to the needs of clients in treatment. Familiarity with Therapeutic Community process. Certifications CASAC and 1 year experience in SUD preferred. Or CASAC-T and 3 years' experience in SUD; in addition, must obtain CASAC within 6 months. Our client offers excellent benefits including: Generous time off that includes 4 weeks of vacation. Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance. Discounted Commuter benefits. Life insurance&Long-term disability. Eligible for Federal Student Loan Repayment Program. Training and other additional voluntary benefits. J-18808-Ljbffr