Home Life Services, Inc.
Counselor-Alcoholism and Substance Abuse
Home Life Services, Inc., Long Island City, New York, United States, 11101
Description
Position Title: Certified Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor
Reports to: Director of Social Services Employment Status: Full-Time Department: Social Services Position Status: Essential FLSA Status: Exempt
GENERAL JOB DESCRIPTION The Certified Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC) provides direct clinical care services to clients in need of alcohol and substance abuse counseling
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITIES Conduct client screening Complete comprehensive diagnostic assessments Engage clients in counseling using motivational interviewing techniques, to facilitate harm reduction, readiness for behavior change and recovery as well as relapse prevention Develop and run substance abuse counseling groups Develop relationships with a wide range of community substance abuse treatment providers and programs, including residential treatment programs as referral resources Refer clients to outside agencies and treatment programs, when indicated, and facilitate client engagement in treatment programs as referral resources Work with clients to integrate substance abuse treatment as they transition to housing in the community Document all clinical work (individual and/or group) into DHS computerized case management system (CARES) in a timely manner or as requested In the event of an emergency, Essential Employees are required to report to work as scheduled Duties and responsibilities are subject to change based upon assessment of company needs SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS
High School Diploma or equivalent required Must have CASAC certification Must be able to communicate effectively (verbally and in writing) Must have experience and comfortability with using motivational interviewing techniques Previous work experience with the homeless population and DHS Cares is preferred Requirements
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS
High School Diploma or equivalent required Must have CASAC certification Must be able to communicate effectively (verbally and in writing) Must have experience and comfortability with using motivational interviewing techniques Previous work experience with the homeless population and DHS Cares is preferred
Position Title: Certified Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor
Reports to: Director of Social Services Employment Status: Full-Time Department: Social Services Position Status: Essential FLSA Status: Exempt
GENERAL JOB DESCRIPTION The Certified Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC) provides direct clinical care services to clients in need of alcohol and substance abuse counseling
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITIES Conduct client screening Complete comprehensive diagnostic assessments Engage clients in counseling using motivational interviewing techniques, to facilitate harm reduction, readiness for behavior change and recovery as well as relapse prevention Develop and run substance abuse counseling groups Develop relationships with a wide range of community substance abuse treatment providers and programs, including residential treatment programs as referral resources Refer clients to outside agencies and treatment programs, when indicated, and facilitate client engagement in treatment programs as referral resources Work with clients to integrate substance abuse treatment as they transition to housing in the community Document all clinical work (individual and/or group) into DHS computerized case management system (CARES) in a timely manner or as requested In the event of an emergency, Essential Employees are required to report to work as scheduled Duties and responsibilities are subject to change based upon assessment of company needs SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS
High School Diploma or equivalent required Must have CASAC certification Must be able to communicate effectively (verbally and in writing) Must have experience and comfortability with using motivational interviewing techniques Previous work experience with the homeless population and DHS Cares is preferred Requirements
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS
High School Diploma or equivalent required Must have CASAC certification Must be able to communicate effectively (verbally and in writing) Must have experience and comfortability with using motivational interviewing techniques Previous work experience with the homeless population and DHS Cares is preferred