Counselor-Substance Abuse-(DOHMH) Woodhull
Job Details
Job Location
Brooklyn, NY
Position Type
Full Time
Education Level
4 Year Degree
Salary Range
$55,000.00 - $65,000.00 Hourly
Travel Percentage
None
Job Category
Nonprofit - Social Services
Description
Comunilife Inc.is looking for an experiencedSubstance Abuse Counselorfor its residential program in Brooklyn,Woodhull Residence.The Substance Abuse Counselor will assess clients needs, create patient-centered treatment plans, and provide individual, group, and family counseling. Responsibilities include assessments, coordination of services, psychoeducation, referrals, and appropriate documentation.This position offers a generous benefit package including health insurance, dental, vision, dependent care, paid time off, 401(k), tuition assistance program and more.
Essential Duties:
+ Provide individual and substance use disorder counseling and referral services to the clients of the Woodhull Residence
+ Provide recovery-oriented psychoeducation and support services
+ Document all services provided in a timely manner in accordance with Comunilife, funder, and regulatory requirements
+ Maintain any/all required credentials and keep current with appropriate evidence-based and other clinical practices
+ Work collaboratively in an inter-disciplinary team to ensure comprehensive, client-centered services are delivered and documented
Qualifications
+ Graduate degree in Social Work; Public Administration; Bachelors degree in a field related to social work; Knowledge and hands-on experience in providing direct services related to the treatment and recovery of persons with substance abuse, serious mental illness, and homelessness
+ Excellent oral and written communication skills; proficiency with MS Office and Google product suites
+ Ability to perform and manage in a team approach; excellent interpersonal skills
+ Ability to handle complex challenges and balance multiple demands on time and attention
+ Ability and willingness to perform all duties as workload necessitates
Certifications & Licenses Required:
+ CASAC or CASAC T