Substance Abuse Counselor-(DOHMH) El Rio

Comunilife Inc. is looking for an experienced Substance Abuse Counselor for its Bronx residential program. 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 is eligible for Comunilife's generous benefits and paid time off package.

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

• High School Diploma or Associates degree and Credentialed Alcohol and Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC) with five (5) years of substance abuse counseling experience; Bachelor’s degree with CASAC-T and 2 years of experience.
• 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