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New York
Permanent
Counsellor
USD 50,000 per year
Posted 1 year(s) ago
Reference: 2371273
*SUMMARY: *Counsel, aide and provide assistance to residents dealing with substance abuse problems such as alcohol or drug abuse.
*ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES *include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
* Under the direction of the Clinical Director, determine the service needs of
residents in order to provide appropriate treatment.
* Complete all required initial assessment and ninety day treatment plans in a timely manner.
* Implement and monitor individualized service plans to a specialized case load of individuals with past or active histories of substance abuse. This will be done in conjunction with the resident’s primary Case Manager.
* Initiate referrals for appropriate services and participate in liaison role with service providers.
* Function as a resident advocate to ensure receipt of required services.
* Provide individual and group counseling to resident case load i.e., substance abuse, relationships with family and loved ones, consequences of chronic drug abuse.
* Document all contacts and referral activities into Foothold database system and residents’ case records.
* Establish a working relationship with HASA Case Management staff to ensure quality resident care.
* Attend all mandated meetings, conferences and in-service training.
* Participate in ongoing evaluation process to assess direct service activities for program modification, future planning, and to assist in the preparation of required reports.
* Work with resident’s family and significant others as needed to provide support for treatment.
Your working hours are Mondays to Fridays, 9am to 5:30 pm. Availability - 24 hours per day for cell telephone contacts in the event of an emergency.
*QUALIFICATIONS: *To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Bachelor’s Degree with (2) two years counseling experience in a substance abuse setting. Knowledge of HIV/AIDS and substance abuse. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $50,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* 401(k)
* 401(k) matching
* Dental insurance
* Flexible spending account
* Health insurance
* Life insurance
* Paid time off
* Vision insurance
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Experience:
* Addiction counseling: 2 years (Required)
Ability to Commute:
* Bronx, NY 10466 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
* Bronx, NY 10466: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
*ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES *include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
* Under the direction of the Clinical Director, determine the service needs of
residents in order to provide appropriate treatment.
* Complete all required initial assessment and ninety day treatment plans in a timely manner.
* Implement and monitor individualized service plans to a specialized case load of individuals with past or active histories of substance abuse. This will be done in conjunction with the resident’s primary Case Manager.
* Initiate referrals for appropriate services and participate in liaison role with service providers.
* Function as a resident advocate to ensure receipt of required services.
* Provide individual and group counseling to resident case load i.e., substance abuse, relationships with family and loved ones, consequences of chronic drug abuse.
* Document all contacts and referral activities into Foothold database system and residents’ case records.
* Establish a working relationship with HASA Case Management staff to ensure quality resident care.
* Attend all mandated meetings, conferences and in-service training.
* Participate in ongoing evaluation process to assess direct service activities for program modification, future planning, and to assist in the preparation of required reports.
* Work with resident’s family and significant others as needed to provide support for treatment.
Your working hours are Mondays to Fridays, 9am to 5:30 pm. Availability - 24 hours per day for cell telephone contacts in the event of an emergency.
*QUALIFICATIONS: *To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Bachelor’s Degree with (2) two years counseling experience in a substance abuse setting. Knowledge of HIV/AIDS and substance abuse. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $50,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* 401(k)
* 401(k) matching
* Dental insurance
* Flexible spending account
* Health insurance
* Life insurance
* Paid time off
* Vision insurance
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Experience:
* Addiction counseling: 2 years (Required)
Ability to Commute:
* Bronx, NY 10466 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
* Bronx, NY 10466: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person