About the Organization Concern Housing is a non-profit agency committed to helping individuals and families to live in the community with dignity and enhanced opportunities through the provision of housing and support services. We are one of the largest housing agencies of this kind in New York State, currently serving approximately 1,300 individuals and families in over 240 locations. Concern offers a variety of housing options with individualized support services designed to support personal growth and independence. Our workplace culture thrives by embracing diversity and rewarding innovative ideas. Diversity at our agency means fostering a workplace in which individual differences are recognized, appreciated, respected and responded to in ways that fully develop and utilize each person's talent and strengths. Position Substance Abuse Counselor Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time Location Middle Island Salary $57,500 Days/Hours Monday - Friday; 9am - 5pm Description Concern Housing is seeking a Substance Use Specialist who will be responsible for providing case management and chemical dependency counseling services directly to clients receiving Mobile Residential Support Team services. The Substance Use Counselor is considered a resource in that they should be familiar with community resources and services to which they may help their clients gain access and also be an advocate for their clients.Responsibilities Include but are not limited to:
- Provision of chemical dependency counseling services to assist individuals to develop the skills needed to prevent relapse, promote recovery and independence and increase self sufficiency. Counseling shall include assessment of needs, identifying triggers, increasing coping skills, development of resources, service planning, referral to necessary treatment providers, case coordination and collaboration, community integration, supportive counseling and crisis intervention.
- Provision of case management services (assistance in forming linkages and/or referrals to clinical services, day programs, medication management, life skills counseling services vocational services, and opportunities, entitlements etc.)
- Timely submission of all documentation, and maintenance of all client charts in compliance with agency standards.
- Attendance at supervision and staff meetings.
- Other duties as assigned by the Director of Supported Housing.
- Overall assessment of client welfare and appropriate intervention and follow-up as needed.
- Remain current with all Agency required compliance documents and trainings.
Starting Salary: $57,500Position Requirements Bachelors Degree in Psychology, Rehabilitation, Social Work or other related discipline, plus 2 years experience working in a similar setting and/or working with people in recovery from chemical dependence. The individual in this position must have good verbal and written communication skills as well as the ability to make sound judgments regarding client care. CASAC or CASAC-T credential is required.Concern Housing offers a generous benefit package which includes; Medical Insurance (Agency pays 80% of the premium), Affordable Voluntary Dental and Vision Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Agency Sponsored Retirement Plan, Employee Sponsored 403(b) Retirement Plan, Agency Sponsored Life Insurance Coverage and an Excellent Paid Time Off Package. Concern encourages employee growth, offering Educational Assistance and Scholarship Programs, Licensure Reimbursement and Possible Internship/Clinical Supervision. Referral Bonuses are also available!EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. This position is currently accepting applications.