CASAC Counselor - OrderID: 4090
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TemPositions Health Care -

Job Summary:The Counselor, under the Behavioral Health Supervisor, supports patients in the Opioid Treatment Outpatient Program. Responsibilities include initial patient assessments, managing intake processes, coordinating services, and making referrals. The role emphasizes alignment with organizational values and achieving both personal and team goals.

Essential Functions:

• Conduct regular patient sessions focusing on strengths, needs, and goals.
• Meet productivity and performance metrics.
• Follow agency policies and ethical guidelines.
• Collaborate on treatment planning and act as a Case Manager.
• Conduct therapy groups and ensure timely completion of documentation.
• Maintain accurate and confidential patient records.
• Attend training and maintain CASAC credential.
• Perform and document toxicology testing.
• Engage in clinical supervision and interdisciplinary collaboration.
• Connect patients with necessary services and perform outreach for lost patients.
• Adhere to email etiquette and attend scheduled meetings.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in a Human Services field.
• Two years of experience in Human Services with a focus on Substance Use Disorders.
• Valid New York State CASAC with relevant experience.

We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. We strictly prohibit and do not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity and expression), marital or familial status, age, physical or mental disability, perceived disability, citizenship status, service in the uniformed services, genetic information, height, weight, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Applications from members of minority groups and women are encouraged.