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Job description
Regular Full-Time
nDunkirk, NY, US
nSalary Range: $21.54 To $30.37 Annually
nMISSION STATEMENT
nAre you ready to give back to the community while pursuing your passion? For over 50 years, Acacia Network and its affiliates have been committed to improving the quality-of-life and wellbeing of underserved communities in New York City and beyond. We are one of the leading human services organizations in New York City and the largest Hispanic-led nonprofit in the State, serving over 150,000 individuals every year. Our programs serve individuals at every age and developmental level, from the very young through our daycare programs to mature adults through our older adults centers. Our extensive array of community-based services are fully integrated, bilingual and culturally competent.
nPOSITION OVERVIEW
nUnder supervision of the Clinical Supervisor the CASAC-T Counselor will provide counseling services in integrated outpatient program. The CASAC-T Counselor provides comprehensive assessment services to clients who may have substance use and mental health barriers to employment by applying clinical judgment to determine appropriate treatment needs and level of care. This includes performing SUD diagnostic screening, assessment, evaluation, orientation, treatment planning, case management, counseling, intervention, crisis intervention, patient education, reporting and record keeping in both individual and group counseling settings. The CASAC-T Counselor is also responsible for referrals and coordination of care in consultation with other professionals.
nKEY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
nnnIntervention and employing a range of treatment modalities to include person centered evidence-based treatment approaches to include but not limited to motivational interviewing, stages of change, trauma informed care, anger management, medication assisted treatment, dialectical behavioral therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy and contingency management.
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nnAbility to perform SUD and mental health screenings and intakes, orientation, SUD assessment, SUD diagnostic Impression, level of care as determined by LOCADTR, treatment planning, individual/group counseling, family interventions, psychoeducation, case management, crisis intervention, client education, referral, reporting and recordkeeping, care coordination and administrative supervision with regular supervision.
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nnParticipates in supervision regularly.
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nnDevelops and conducts group and individual counseling on a regular scheduled basis to caseload clients within the integrated outpatient program.
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nnObtain random observed urine samples according to established protocol.
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nnOrients clients about program goals, objectives, rules and regulations, client’s obligations, right’s and program operations
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nnKnowledge of the obligation to engage in prevention as well as treatment techniques.
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nnMaintains and updates referral services and resources that may be useful to our client population; makes referral when necessary and appropriate.
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nnAbility to demonstrate proficiency in English including the ability to speak, write, comprehend aurally, and read at a level necessary to perform as a CASAC Counselor.
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nnParticipates in outreach functions to reengage client lost to contact and maintain census capacity.
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nnAbility to complete all client progress update reports in a professional and timely manner to ensure coordination of care with client linkages to include the criminal justice system and entities.
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nnParticipates in program meetings and required trainings.
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nnAbility to complete any reasonable tasks or requests made by a supervisor.
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n nREQUIREMENTS
nnnHigh School Diploma or GED.
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nnAssociate Degree preferred.
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nnValid unrestricted OASAS certification as a CASAC-T.
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nnMinimum of three (3) years working in a Substance Use and Human Service setting.
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nnMust obtain Mandated reporter (2 hours) training/certificate prior to hire date.
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nnWebsite info:
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nnMust obtain training/certification within thirty (30) days of hire.
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nnDomestic Violence
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nnInfection Control BASIC (non-medical/nursing staff)
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nnHIV
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nnChild Abuse
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nnTobacco Cessation
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nnMust obtain training/certification during in-house orientation.
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nnSupporting Recovery with Medications Addictions Treatment (MAT)
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nnMust obtain SUD training/certificate within thirty (30) days of hire (if applicable)
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nnScreening, Brief Intervention and Referral to Treatment
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nnCASAC Canon of Ethics (6 hours)
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nnConfidentiality related to 42CFR (3 Hours)
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nnExcellent organizational, communication and time management skills
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nnAbility to work on a strong team of professionals in a culturally diverse environment.
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nnAbility to multitask and to work and function under pressure.
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n nWHY JOIN US?
nAcacia Network provides a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to our employees. In addition to a competitive salary, our benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage. We also offer generous paid time off, including vacation days and paid holidays, to support a healthy work-life balance. We prioritize the well-being of our employees both professionally and personally.
nAs an Equal Opportunity Employer, we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply.
Worksite address
dunkirk, NY, 14048, US
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