Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC)

Position: Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC)

TheSubstance Abuse Counselor provides direct counseling, guidance and case management services to clients with specific substance abuse problems. The Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC)/ Case Manager participates in delivery of social services to all clients of the program.

Empower Residenceis a 24/7 transitional housing program for women, operating under HRA/DSS guidelines. As an enhanced shelter, we support residents facing challenges such as mental health needs, substance use, unemployment, and poverty. To learn more about the program, copy and paste this link into a browserhttps://www.voa-gny.org/services/housing

Location:New York, NY 10023

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School diploma or GEDandcurrent Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC) by NYS Office of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Services.
• It also requires a minimum of one year’s experience of social services experience in treatment planning, individual and group counseling case management and crisis intervention.

Substance Abuse Counselor Principal Responsibilities:

1. Provide appropriate counseling services to individuals with specialized needs as defined in the service plan.
2. Develop service plans with clients which address individualized needs.
3. Maintain client records.
4. Maintain linkages with community treatment providers.
5. Complete accurate and comprehensive service delivery reports.

We are committed to offering our employees an exceptional comprehensive benefits package that supports their health, well-being, and personal growth. Full-time employees enjoy:

• Medical, Dental, & Vision Coverage
• Prescription Coverage
• Life Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off,including aPaid Birthday Holiday

And much more!