The Office of Addiction Services and Supports
Addictions Counselor 2 (Creedmoor ATC) (NY HELPS)
The Office of Addiction Services and Supports, New York, New York, us, 10261
Addictions Counselor 2 (Creedmoor ATC) (NY HELPS)
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The Office of Addiction Services and Supports provided pay range This range is provided by The Office of Addiction Services and Supports. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Base pay range $66,951.00/yr - $85,138.00/yr
Responsibilities
Obtain clinical information of clients and assist in contacting insurance company for preauthorization payments, and/or file appeals on denials of preauthorization.
Participating in the formulation, management, development, and oversight of services.
Providing full range of clinical and administrative supervision to subordinate staff; may act as shift supervisor.
Participating in clinical leadership and in committees or work groups as assigned.
Monitoring clinical record-keeping to ensure compliance with OASAS and regulatory requirements.
Providing clinical consultation to subordinate staff, offering intervention or supervision when necessary.
Ensuring that individual and group counseling is provided to all clients assigned to subordinate case management team.
Completing required client and facility documentation (both electronic and paper) adhering to applicable OASAS procedures and confidentiality regulations.
Maintaining relationships with vocational, educational, social services, probation, parole, referral agencies, and other community agencies associated with client rehabilitation to ensure continuity of services.
Providing direct clinical services to clients and may carry a caseload as a primary counselor, managing all facets of clinical services to patients.
Facilitating individual and group therapy, educational presentations, and related tasks in support of quality client care and the total therapeutic environment.
Serving as a senior member of a multidisciplinary treatment team; performing assessment, treatment planning, case management, and clinical services with a marked degree of independence and limited need for supervision.
Overseeing specialized service components specific to the ATC, which may include: co-occurring disorders, gambling, LGBTQIA, and/or cultural specific services.
Collaborating with members of the multi-disciplinary team to facilitate and coordinate all facets of client care.
Communicating shift change information as appropriate to facilitate smooth transitions.
Serving as building supervisor in the absence of assigned ATC leadership.
Performing other job‑related duties as assigned.
Transporting clients using agency vehicles.
Qualifications Currently employed as an Addictions Counselor 2 OR current registration as a Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Advanced Counselor (CASAC‑Advanced) or Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Master Counselor (CASAC‑Master) in NYS AND one‑year post‑CASAC professional counseling experience OR eligible for transfer. HELPS Program eligible.
Minimum Qualifications NOTE: Applicants must possess current registration as a Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC) in New York State. Candidates must be eligible and maintain eligibility for full and unconditional participation in the Medicaid and Medicare programs. Failure to maintain certification and Medicaid/Medicare eligibility will result in the termination of employment.
Mandatory overtime (MOT) is a requirement of this position. Candidates will be added to the mandatory overtime roster, which is utilized on a rotating basis during times of emergency, after all other staffing options have been exhausted.
This position may be designated 55 b/c and is subject to verification of applicant eligibility.
Background Investigation Requirements Prospective appointees will be: 1) checked against the Staff Exclusion List (SEL) maintained by the Justice Center for the Protection of People with Special Needs; 2) investigated through a Criminal Background Check (CBC) that includes State and federal Criminal History Record Checks, with all convictions reported; 3) screened against the Statewide Central Register of Child Abuse and Maltreatment (SCR). Prospective employees will be fingerprinted and may be required to pay any necessary fees.
Equal Opportunity Employer New York State OASAS is an equal‑opportunity employer and provides opportunity for all regardless of race, gender, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, ability, or any other protected class. OASAS encourages people with disabilities to apply. If you need a reasonable accommodation at any point in the application or hiring process, please reach out to Accessibility@oasas.ny.gov.
Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level.
Employment type: Full‑time.
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The Office of Addiction Services and Supports provided pay range This range is provided by The Office of Addiction Services and Supports. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Base pay range $66,951.00/yr - $85,138.00/yr
Responsibilities
Obtain clinical information of clients and assist in contacting insurance company for preauthorization payments, and/or file appeals on denials of preauthorization.
Participating in the formulation, management, development, and oversight of services.
Providing full range of clinical and administrative supervision to subordinate staff; may act as shift supervisor.
Participating in clinical leadership and in committees or work groups as assigned.
Monitoring clinical record-keeping to ensure compliance with OASAS and regulatory requirements.
Providing clinical consultation to subordinate staff, offering intervention or supervision when necessary.
Ensuring that individual and group counseling is provided to all clients assigned to subordinate case management team.
Completing required client and facility documentation (both electronic and paper) adhering to applicable OASAS procedures and confidentiality regulations.
Maintaining relationships with vocational, educational, social services, probation, parole, referral agencies, and other community agencies associated with client rehabilitation to ensure continuity of services.
Providing direct clinical services to clients and may carry a caseload as a primary counselor, managing all facets of clinical services to patients.
Facilitating individual and group therapy, educational presentations, and related tasks in support of quality client care and the total therapeutic environment.
Serving as a senior member of a multidisciplinary treatment team; performing assessment, treatment planning, case management, and clinical services with a marked degree of independence and limited need for supervision.
Overseeing specialized service components specific to the ATC, which may include: co-occurring disorders, gambling, LGBTQIA, and/or cultural specific services.
Collaborating with members of the multi-disciplinary team to facilitate and coordinate all facets of client care.
Communicating shift change information as appropriate to facilitate smooth transitions.
Serving as building supervisor in the absence of assigned ATC leadership.
Performing other job‑related duties as assigned.
Transporting clients using agency vehicles.
Qualifications Currently employed as an Addictions Counselor 2 OR current registration as a Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Advanced Counselor (CASAC‑Advanced) or Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Master Counselor (CASAC‑Master) in NYS AND one‑year post‑CASAC professional counseling experience OR eligible for transfer. HELPS Program eligible.
Minimum Qualifications NOTE: Applicants must possess current registration as a Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC) in New York State. Candidates must be eligible and maintain eligibility for full and unconditional participation in the Medicaid and Medicare programs. Failure to maintain certification and Medicaid/Medicare eligibility will result in the termination of employment.
Mandatory overtime (MOT) is a requirement of this position. Candidates will be added to the mandatory overtime roster, which is utilized on a rotating basis during times of emergency, after all other staffing options have been exhausted.
This position may be designated 55 b/c and is subject to verification of applicant eligibility.
Background Investigation Requirements Prospective appointees will be: 1) checked against the Staff Exclusion List (SEL) maintained by the Justice Center for the Protection of People with Special Needs; 2) investigated through a Criminal Background Check (CBC) that includes State and federal Criminal History Record Checks, with all convictions reported; 3) screened against the Statewide Central Register of Child Abuse and Maltreatment (SCR). Prospective employees will be fingerprinted and may be required to pay any necessary fees.
Equal Opportunity Employer New York State OASAS is an equal‑opportunity employer and provides opportunity for all regardless of race, gender, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, ability, or any other protected class. OASAS encourages people with disabilities to apply. If you need a reasonable accommodation at any point in the application or hiring process, please reach out to Accessibility@oasas.ny.gov.
Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level.
Employment type: Full‑time.
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