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St Christopher's Inn
SUD Counselor
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What they do
A Mental or Behavioral Health Counselor works with patients to treat mental health problems. Assesses patients and assists with diagnosis, counseling and crisis intervention. Consults with nurses, doctors and psychiatrists. May work with specific populations, such as youth, senior citizens or substance abusers, in group settings, facilities or hospitals.
$36,117 / year median in New York
+16% projected growth
Job Description
Calling All CASACs! St. Christopher's Inn is a ministry of the Franciscan Friars of the Atonement dedicated to the shelter and rehabilitation of men challenged by substance use for over 110 years. We are located in Garrison, NY, close to Peekskill, NY. We offer a continuum of quality health care services that facilitate physical, emotional, and spiritual healing by providing Chemical Dependency Treatment, Primary Health Care, and Temporary Shelter. We value the experience of all who pass through our doors, clients and staff. We are now hiring a full-time primary substance abuse counseling staff to be part of our interdisciplinary team. The full-time counselor we currently seek:
- Has a work history including experience with Individual and Group Counseling.
- Has a commitment to Supportive Treatment, the Twelve Steps and other modalities.
- Must be (at least) CASAC-T or CASAC certified and have a HS Diploma or GED, minimum .
- Experience with/Able to serve a caseload of residential men of approx 12-14.
- Able to enter notes and client information into our secure computer system (Millenium).
- Want to work in and help maintain a hope and joy-filled environment for those we serve and each other.
- Are able to pass the required NYS background checks.