Substance Abuse Counselor

 Work Schedule: Full time, Monday - Friday, 8:30a.m. - 4:30 p.m., with flexibility for one evening as needed 

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:   

• Conducting groups for clients who are working towards and/or maintaining abstinence, which includes using evidence-based curriculum and focusing on topics such as anger management, parenting, co-occurring disorders, spirituality, men's and women's specific issues as well as general recovery topics.
• Conduct detailed alcohol and drug assessments in order to determine immediate and long-term service needs for the development of a comprehensive treatment plan.          
• Conduct screenings, brief assessments, and intakes which include entering all screening assessment, and intake data into our Electronic Health Record (AWARDS) system with the accompanying progress notes.
• Conduct individual sessions, as required, according to the client’s treatment plan and complete progress notes in accordance to charting requirements.
• Work as part of a full treatment team which includes counselors, peers, nurse practitioners, medical doctors and clinical director in order to provide the highest quality of service to our clients.         

Benefits of working at Project Hospitality

• Comprehensive EPO or PPO Medical, PPO Dental and Vision Insurance
• NYS Paid Family Leave, Short Term, and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 403 (B) Pension Annuity
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Health Care and Dependent Care)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Pre-Tax TransitChek Commuter Benefit Program
• Paid leave includes 3 weeks’ vacation, 3 personal days, 12 sick days, and 11 holidays, all in accordance with the Agency’s policies and procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS:   

• CASAC or CASAC-T with HSD/GED or comparable credentials such as MSW, MHC, LMSW, LMHC required.        
• Spanish speaking a plus.
• A thorough understanding of the disease of addiction and the impact it can have on the lives of our clients.
• Knowledge of motivational interviewing and the stages of change as well as person-centered practices.      
• Theoretical knowledge of a client’s psychological and physical needs and an understanding of group work practices and principles needed.
• Knowledge of OASAS 822 outpatient program a plus.    
• Proficient with  Electronic Health Record systems