About this opportunity
Seafield Center lists this Addiction Counselor opportunity in riverhead, New York. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Full Time and Part Time Positions available: $21.00-$38.00hr
Benefits Available for Full Time Employees:
Generous Paid Time Off Policy
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Flexible Spending Account
Basic Group Life AD&D Insurance (No Cost)
Voluntary Life Insurance
Other Voluntary Benefits
Reimbursement for Professional Development Expenses
Employee Assistance Program
Retirement Program (401k)
8 Paid Holidays
MAIN FUNCTION:
To be responsible for the direct treatment of an assigned caseload of clients who are addicted to alcohol or any other moodaltering substances.
User role(s) information systems access as assigned, where applicable
This position is classified as Essential for emergency closure purposes.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provides group counseling to an assigned caseload.
Provides individual counseling as clinically necessary.
Designs and implements treatment plans and treatment plan reviews.
Generates referral source progress reports.
Conducts lectures, seminars, workshops, and taskoriented groups.
Maintains contact with referral sources, including EAP’s, probation, parole and outpatient treatment providers, etc.
Initiates Discharge Planning and makes appropriate referrals when necessary.
Participates in all scheduled Case Conferencing and Discharge Planning meetings for treatment review of clients.
Attends biweekly individual supervision and bi-weekly group supervision.
Participates in staff meetings.
Completes all required consent for release of information forms.
Conduct Peer Review monthly.
Enter progress notes and other clinical documentation as needed into the EMR.
Responsible for approving qualified family members for attendance in the Family Program.
Performs other duties as assigned.
COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS:
Intake, Screening & Assessment
Referral
Treatment Planning & Review
Group Counseling
Individual Counseling
Family Counseling
Case Management
Client Education
Reporting & Record Keeping
EMR Documentation
Proficient in computer usage including EMR System, Microsoft Outlook and other information systems.
Crisis Intervention
Individual Therapy
Group Therapy
Mental Status Exam
Consultation with other Professionals
Age Specific Clinical Skills – Adolescent
Age Specific Clinical Skills Geriatric
EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS:
Licensed Qualified Health Professional (CASAC, LCSW, LMSW, LMHC), plus one year of full-time paid experience in substance abuse treatment.
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Worksite address
riverhead, NY, 11901, US
Who can apply
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