Addictions Counselor Assistant – HOURLY (Russell E. Blaisdell ATC) Position Available In Orangeburg, South Carolina

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Program. NY HELP No The agency in which the vacancy exists. Agency Addiction Services and Supports, Office of The job title for the vacancy. Title Addictions Counselor Assistant – HOURLY (Russell E. Blaisdell ATC) The job title for the vacancy. Occupational Category Health Care, Human/Social Services The salary grade for this vacancy. Salaries are determined by salary grade and bargaining unit. Salary Grade Hourly The collective bargaining unit to which this vacancy is assigned. Bargaining Unit ISU – Institutional Services Unit (CSEA) The minimum and maximum of the salary range for this vacancy. Salary Range From $22.85 to $22.85 Hourly Indicates whether this job is full-time or part-time. If the job is part-time, an estimated percentage will be provided. Employment Type Per Diem This indicates the type of job, typically permanent, temporary, or provisional. ‘Provisional’ means that the appointment will be temporary until the incumbent takes and passes an appropriate civil service examination. Appointment Type Temporary Jurisdictional class is the indicator for how this job can be filled. The classified service is governed by the Civil Service Commission, and consists of competitive, non-competitive, exempt, and labor classes. ‘Competitive class’ indicates that the applicant must take and pass an appropriate civil service examination. ‘Non-competitive class’ indicates that the applicant’s qualifications will be evaluated without a civil service examination. ‘Exempt class’ indicates that the applicant will be evaluated by methods other than competitive or non-competitive, and that incumbents will not be granted tenure. ‘Labor class’ requires that applicants possess skills or other physical characteristics that cannot effectively be evaluated by other means. The unclassified service is legislatively defined, and includes such positions as elected officials, department and agency heads, and all academic personnel in public schools, colleges, and universities. Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class Estimates the percentage of time incumbents of this vacancy will be required to travel. Travel Percentage 0% This provides information on the expected workweek. Workweek Other (see below) If ‘other’ is selected as the workweek type, this field explains what that schedule is. “Other” Explanation Variable/as needed The number of hours in the workweek, typically 37.5 or 40 for full time, or any other number for part time. Hours Per Week 19 Workday The start time for this vacancy. If the agency employs flextime, this will be the earliest time this vacancy’s shift can start. From 12 AM The end time for this vacancy. If the agency employs flextime, this will be the latest time this vacancy’s shift can end. To 11:30 PM If checked, the agency allows flextime. Flextime allowed? No If checked, this vacancy includes mandatory overtime. Mandatory overtime? No If checked, this agency allows compressed workweek scheduling. Compressed workweek allowed? No If checked, this agency allows telecommuting for this position. Telecommuting allowed? No The county in which the vacancy is located. County Rockland The street address where the vacancy is located. Street Address Russell E. Blaisdell Addiction Treatment Center Rockland Psyche Center, Building 57, Box 140 The city where the vacancy is located. City Orangeburg The state where the vacancy is located (the default is New York). State NY The zip code where the vacancy is located. Zip Code 10962 The duties that the incumbent of the vacancy will be expected to perform. Duties Description The Addictions Counselor Assistant serves as a member of the Addiction Treatment Center’s (ATC’s) multidisciplinary treatment team and works under the supervision of an Addictions Counselor performing duties related to the care and counseling of clients. Responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to the following:

• Assists with individual counseling, group counseling, crisis intervention, treatment and discharge planning and clinical activities as assigned.
• Assists in developing, assessing, and modifying individual treatment plans by providing information gathered through direct observation and discussion with clients.
• Provides coordination of care with referral sources regarding admission and discharge, including referrals for aftercare.
• Completes required client and facility documentation (both electronic and paper) adhering to applicable OASAS procedures and confidentiality regulations.
• Conducts and monitors recreational, vocational, and social activities as needed.
• Assists with client transportation, room searches, and urine toxicology collection.
• Prepares room and client supplies for new admissions (bedding, bath, etc.)
• Conducts routine rounds and documents observations; maintains a safe and therapeutic environment.
• May provide training or guidance to newer or sporadic (hourly/contract) peers, particularly in relation to the routines, procedures, and policies of the ATC.
• May complete insurance inquiries and documentation regarding coordination of care with financial/insurance entities.
• Monitors clients and ensures building safety and security.
• Participates in meal preparation and distribution.
• Communicates shift change information as appropriate to facilitate smooth transition.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

NOTE:

The ATC uses a computerized patient record system. OASAS Addiction Treatment Centers (ATCs) are Tobacco Free Facilities. The minimum qualifications required for this vacancy.

Minimum Qualifications Non-Competitive:

two years of experience, one year of which must have required the application of communication skills and one year must have been in a direct treatment capacity in an addictions treatment setting; or an associate’s degree in a human services field; or current registration as a Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC)-Trainee or CASAC-Provisional in New York State.

Substitutions:

30 college credits in a human services field may be substituted for the one year of communication experience; 10 college credits in specific alcoholism, substance abuse or chemical dependency courses may be substituted for the one year of specialized experience; 150 clock hours of relevant addictions for CASAC credential eligibility may be substituted for the one year of specialized experience.

NOTE:

Candidate(s) must be eligible and maintain eligibility for full and unconditional participation in the Medicaid and Medicare programs. Failure to maintain Medicaid/Medicare eligibility will result in the termination of employment. Additional comments regarding the vacancy.

Additional Comments Background Investigation Requirements:

Prospective appointees will be: 1) Checked against the Staff Exclusion List (SEL) maintained by the Justice Center for the Protection of People with Special Needs. Prospective employees whose names appear on the SEL as having been found responsible for serious or repeated acts of abuse or neglect will be barred from appointment and may have their names removed from the eligible list(s) for the title(s) if applicable. 2) Investigated through a Criminal Background Check (CBC) that includes State and federal Criminal History Record Checks. All convictions must be reported; conviction of a felony or misdemeanor, or any falsified or omitted information on the prospective appointee’s employment application may bar appointment or result in removal after appointment. Each case will be determined on its own merits, consistent with the applicable provisions of State and federal laws, rules, and regulations. Prospective employees will be fingerprinted in order to obtain a record of their criminal history information, and may be required to pay any necessary fees. 3) Screened against the Statewide Central Register of Child Abuse and Maltreatment (SCR). Prospective employees may be required to pay any necessary fees. Additionally, prospective employees whose names are indicated on the SCR may be barred from appointment. OASAS recognizes the value that different people, perspectives and cultures bring to the agency. We strive to create an inclusive culture that uplifts and supports our staff, fostering a sense of belonging in the workplace. Individuals with lived substance use and/or gambling experience are encouraged to apply. New York State OASAS is an equal opportunity employer and provides opportunity for all regardless of race, gender, religion, national original, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, ability, or any other protected class. OASAS encourages people with disabilities to apply. If you need a reasonable accommodation at any point in the application or hiring process, please reach out to Accessibility@oasas.ny.gov Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity. The name of the contact person for this vacancy. Name Office of Human Resources Management The telephone number to use for questions about this vacancy. Telephone (518) 457-2963 The fax to use for this vacancy. Fax (518) 457-4880 Email address for emailing applications, or to ask questions about this vacancy. Email Address Recruitment@oasas.ny.gov Address The street address of the contact for this vacancy. Street NYS Office of Addiction Services and Supports The city for the contact for this vacancy. City Albany The state of the contact for this vacancy (the default is New York). State NY The zip code for the contact for this vacancy. Zip Code 12203 Instructions for potential applicants. Notes on Applying If interested in this position, forward your current resume to Recruitment@oasas.ny.gov Please be sure to include Reference Code EM/ACA/18996/Blaisdell. Failure to include this code could result in your application not being processed. If you meet the minimum qualifications through a substitution, please submit documentation (i.e. transcripts, etc.) that clearly shows how you meet the criteria.