Find & Apply For Substance Abuse Counselor Jobs in Peekskill, New York

Lexington Center for Recovery, the Hudson Valley's largest provider of outpatient and residential substance use disorder services, is seeking a Full-Time Substance Use Disorder Counselor for our Peekskill location. The Substance Use Disorder Counselor provides individual, group, and family counseling to individuals receiving substance use disorder treatment. Responsibilities include conducting evaluations and intakes, providing case management and care coordination, maintaining clinical documentation, and supporting clients throughout their treatment and recovery.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide individual, group, and family counseling. Conduct client screenings, evaluations, and intakes. Assist with treatment planning and case management. Maintain accurate clinical documentation in accordance with OASAS requirements and agency policies. Conduct toxicology screenings and related documentation. Coordinate medical, psychiatric, and other supportive services. Communicate with referral sources, courts, insurance companies, and community providers as needed. Assist with treatment authorizations and insurance-related needs. Participate in supervision, case conferences, staff meetings, and training. Assist with discharge planning and referrals to appropriate levels of care. Maintain client confidentiality and comply with OASAS regulations and ethical standards.

Qualifications:

Current New York State CASAC certification required. LMHC or LMSW preferred. Bachelor's degree in a related field, such as social work, psychology, counseling, or human services, preferred. Minimum of one year of experience in substance use disorder treatment required. Knowledge of medication-supported treatment and integrated care approaches preferred. Strong clinical, documentation, organizational, and communication skills. Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team environment. Ability to maintain confidentiality and comply with applicable regulatory and agency requirements. Bilingual Spanish/English skills are a plus but not required. Ability to work early morning or evening hours as required by program operations. Ideal Candidate The ideal candidate is a compassionate, dependable, and clinically minded professional who is committed to supporting individuals with substance use disorders. The candidate should demonstrate strong communication and documentation skills, sound clinical judgment, and the ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team. Salary is commensurate with education, background, and experience. Why Join Lexington Center for Recovery? At Lexington Center for Recovery, you will have the opportunity to contribute to an organization dedicated to providing quality substance use disorder services and supporting individuals and families throughout the Hudson Valley.

EEO Statement:

Lexington Center for Recovery is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

403(b) Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person