Substance Abuse Counselor - CASAC or CASAC-T

Substance Use Counselor (CASAC / CASAC-T)

Job Title: Substance Use Counselor (CASAC / CASAC-T) — OASAS Program | East Harlem, NYC

Location: East Harlem, Manhattan, NY 10029 (Onsite) Job Type: Full-time, W-2, Union Pay: $58,000–$60,000/year + full union benefits Schedule: Monday–Friday, 35 hours/week

About the Role

A nonprofit OASAS-licensed substance use disorder treatment program in East Harlem is hiring a Substance Use Counselor to deliver counseling services to a diverse adult population. This is a full-time, union-protected role with a stable Monday–Friday schedule, full benefits, and the opportunity to carry a meaningful caseload within a supportive multidisciplinary team.

What You'll Do

• Provide substance use counseling services to patients and families, including psychosocial assessment, short- and long-term treatment, crisis intervention, and individual and group counseling
• Carry an active caseload and complete all intake forms
• Conduct intake assessments, develop treatment plans, complete reviews, and write progress notes
• Educate patients on substance use/abuse, Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT), and Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT)
• Manage written and electronic patient records; work within STARS and HRA2010E
• Conduct weekly random urines and monitor medication
• Participate in weekly staff meetings, case conferences, internal/external trainings, and monthly supervision with the Director
• Participate in agency-sponsored and community outreach events such as health fairs and grand rounds
• Travel off-site for outreach, trainings, and conferences as needed
• Provide reports, case records, documentation, and statistics as required
• Apply working knowledge of referral processes for individual aftercare and other concrete services
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director

What We're Looking For

Required:

• Bachelor's degree and/or CASAC / CASAC-T credential
• CASAC-T candidates: minimum 2 years of experience working with substance use / co-occurring disorder populations
• Counseling experience required
• At least 2 years of experience in the alcohol and substance use services field
• Strong verbal and written communication
• Computer proficiency

Preferred:

• Experience with STARS, HRA2010E, and OASAS reporting systems
• Familiarity with co-occurring disorders and MAT-supported treatment

Compensation & Benefits

• $58,000–$60,000/year
• Full union benefits package
• Monday–Friday, 35-hour work week
• Stable caseload, monthly supervision, and ongoing professional development

Pay: $58,000.00 - $60,000.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 403(b)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person