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

Ability to Commute:

• Bronx, NY 10466 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Bronx, NY 10466: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person