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Concern for Independent Living

Substance Use Counselor

Pay: $57,500/yr

Posted: 8 weeks ago

Location: Middle Island, NY (Onsite)

Last Updated: 3 weeks ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 9/13/2026

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What they do

A Substance Abuse Counselor counsels people struggling with addictions to alcohol, drugs or other substances. Assists clients in dealing with personal and professional problems related to substance abuse. Collaborates with other health care and mental health care professionals to coordinate services for clients, and works with families of substance abusers. May work in a clinic, health care facility or community based program, or work with clients referred through the criminal justice system.

$27,078 / year median in New York

+16% projected growth

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Job Description

Position :

Substance Abuse Counselor/CASAC Counselor Location :

Middle Island, NY Days/Hours:

Monday - Friday; 9am - 5pm

Salary :

$57,500/yr

Overview:

Substance Abuse Counselor who will be responsible for providing case management and chemical dependency counseling services directly to clients receiving Mobile Residential Support Team services. Duties Provision of chemical dependency counseling services to assist individuals to develop the skills needed to prevent relapse, promote recovery and independence and increase self-sufficiency. Counseling shall include assessment of needs, identifying triggers, increasing coping skills, development of resources, service planning, referral to necessary treatment providers, case coordination and collaboration, community integration, supportive counseling and crisis intervention. Provision of case management services (assistance in forming linkages and/or referrals to clinical services, day programs, medication management, life skills counseling services vocational services, and opportunities, entitlements etc.) Timely submission of all documentation, and maintenance of all client charts in compliance with agency standards. Attendance at supervision and staff meetings. Other duties as assigned by the Director of Supported Housing. Overall assessment of client welfare and appropriate intervention and follow-up as needed. Remain current with all Agency required compliance documents and trainings. Requirements Bachelor's Degree in Psychology, Rehabilitation, Social Work or other related discipline preferred 2 years' experience working in a similar setting and/or working with people in recovery from chemical dependence CASAC or CASAC-T credential is required

Pay:

Up to $57,500.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 403(b) Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Referral program Vision insurance

Education:

Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

Case Management:

2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

NYS CASAC or CASACT (Required)

Work Location:

In person