Job Title: CASAC-T (Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor - Trainee)
Location: Lower Manhattan, New York, NY
Job Type: Full-Time
Schedule: You can chose 8am-4pm or 3pm-11pm (Tuesday - Saturday or Wednesday - Sunday)
Compensation: $25-$28 hourly
Benefits:

• Plum Benefits (discounts on entertainment and travel)

• Free gym membership at local facility

• Discounts on programs and services offered at affiliated centers

• Professional development opportunities

About the Organization:

This well-established community organization serves diverse populations throughout Lower Manhattan. With over 130 years of service, it provides high-quality, multi-generational programs focused on education, health and wellness, arts and culture, and civic engagement. Rooted in a strong legacy, the organization offers inclusive, transformational services to all New Yorkers across 15 sites in the Lower East Side and East Village.

Position Summary:

The CASAC-T will play a vital role in a 100-bed OASAS-licensed residential treatment facility, working under the supervision of the Residential Manager. This role involves delivering behavioral and therapeutic interventions in a trauma-informed, modified therapeutic community setting. The ideal candidate will support residents in achieving recovery goals, while helping to ensure safety, structure, and accountability throughout the program.

Key Responsibilities:

Direct Services:

• Facilitate individual and group behavioral interventions aligned with trauma-informed therapeutic models.

• Monitor resident participation in appointments and daily program schedule, applying interventions as needed.

• Support crisis intervention and de-escalation efforts on-site.

• Conduct regular safety checks, searches, and document observations accordingly.

• Lead department and resident meetings using modified therapeutic community principles.

• Respond to and document incidents per facility protocol.

Counseling & Treatment:

• Conduct group counseling sessions.

• Check in regularly with assigned caseload; act as liaison to primary clinical counselor.

• Use strengths-based counseling and motivational interviewing techniques.

• Collaborate on treatment planning as the behavioral support expert on the care team.

• Document interventions in accordance with 820 and CARF standards.

Administrative & Residential Support:

• Supervise and assist residents with chores, daily living activities, and in-house responsibilities.

• Support recreational programming and accompany residents on trips.

• Maintain accurate documentation, including shift logs and patient records.

• Distribute metro cards, lunch stipends, and manage other required reporting tasks.

• Participate actively in team meetings and shift exchanges.

• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

• Valid CASAC-T credential (or willingness to apply within 90 days if possessing a related Master's degree).

• At least 2 years of experience in a substance use treatment setting preferred.

• One (1) year experience in a residential or therapeutic community setting strongly preferred.

• Familiarity with strengths-based counseling, cognitive-behavioral treatment, and behavior modification.

• Ability to work weekends.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Ability to maintain professional boundaries and confidentiality.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook, Electronic Health Records, and documentation systems.

• CPR and First Aid certification preferred.

For California Applicants:

We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers (ULAC), The San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance (FCO) , and the California Fair Chance Act (CFCA).

This position is subject to a background check based on its job duties, which may include patient care, working with vulnerable populations, access to financial and confidential information, driving, working with heavy machinery, or working in a warehouse or laboratory environment. Due to these job duties, this position has a significant impact on the business operations and reputation, as well as the safety and well-being of individuals who may be cared for as part of the job position or who may interact with staff or clients.