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Syracuse Recovery Services

Substance Use Counselor

Pay: $51,000/yr

Posted: 3 weeks ago

Location: Syracuse, NY (Onsite)

Last Updated: 6 days ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/1/2026

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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

Substance Use Counselor Syracuse Recovery Services Syracuse, NY Job Details Full-time From $51,000 a year 2 hours ago Benefits Health insurance 401(k) Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance 401(k) matching Retirement plan Qualifications Bilingual Computer operation Teamwork Master's degree Cultural competency Substance abuse counseling Bachelor's degree Substance abuse Desktop applications Working with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds Patient interaction Productivity software Experience working with individuals with substance use disorders Technical Proficiency Group counseling Full Job Description Considering applications for a Substance Abuse Counselor, who is looking to work in a quick-paced, substance abuse outpatient environment.

Qualifications:

Qualified Health Professional, as defined by OASAS. Bachelor's or Master's Degrees required. Will consider alternative combination of education and experience. Needs knowledge of Addictions and Recovery, self-help group process and principles of counseling. Having knowledge of community resources is beneficial. Needs ability to relate effectively with staff, clients, and professional community. Excellent oral and written communication skills are necessary. Knowledge of supervision process preferred. Sound judgement and cultural competency also needed. Proficiency with basic computer applications and ability to problem solve and perform duties independently are required. Bilingual applicants preferred.

Job Description:

Counselor will maintain a case load and perform essential counseling responsibilities, including, but not limited to, screening, intake and orientation, evaluation and intervention, treatment planning, referrals, crisis intervention, counseling, patient education, case management, reporting, and record keeping. This position also requires collaboration with referral sources and other parties involved in patient care.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

From $51,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Employee assistance program Health insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person