Adolescent Addiction Counselor (CASAC-T/CASAC)

Primary Purpose: Provides effective counseling services to outpatient clients and adolescents in accordance with OASAS and Agency rules and regulations.

Responsibilities:

• Provides group and individual counseling services to clients in recovery; this includes motivation, support, and encouragement for client goals.
• Works cooperatively with the multidisciplinary treatment team to meet the treatment needs of each client.
• Conducts screenings, assessments and referrals. Motivates clients to do their best
• Writes effective treatment plans.
• Maintains a caseload.
• Maintains accurate and timely documentation in case records according to agency policy and regulatory requirements.
• Attends and participates in all assigned meetings, trainings, case conference and committees.
• Makes and completes all referrals to appropriate services.

Education & Experience Requirements:

- Associate Degree in Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, or related field. Relevant work experience may be substituted for a degree.
- A minimum of two (2) years' work experience as a counselor, preferably in an OASAS licensed Outpatient Chemical Dependency treatment program.

License Requirements: Minimum of CASAC-T is required.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.00 - $27.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• 403(b)
• 403(b) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

License/Certification:

• CASAC-T (Required)

Work Location: In person