[ref. a31454716] Brooklyn - Certified Substance Abuse Counselor

Overview:

The Certified Substance Abuse Counselor provides a broad range of counseling services to all clients, and patients currently in, or referred to the program.

Responsibilities:

• Provides individual counseling to the clients on his/her caseload.
• Provides group counseling to the clients in the program or on the unit.
• Provides case management services by assisting clients to obtain needed benefits such as SSI, Medicaid, food stamps, home relief, appropriate housing, etc.
• Acts as an advocate and mediator in assisting the client in their contact with various service agencies and the courts, where appropriate.
• Makes referrals on behalf of the client for vocational training, occupational and educational assistance, day treatment programs, drug programs, and other appropriate programs.
• Participates in discussion of case reviews and planning strategies with other members of the interdisciplinary team to assist in the formulation of client treatment plans.
• Evaluates the progress of clients in the program/unit. Provides such feedback in staff meetings.
• Maintains for each client on his her caseload appropriate case records/medical records as stipulated by program policy.
• Prepares and evaluations as required.
• Conducts screenings/intakes/interviewing of new applicants, under supervision.
• Interprets admission criteria and determines eligibility. Refers ineligible applicants to other appropriate treatment programs.
• As a direct care provider, this position provides constant care to patients of this age group. The position is aware of aspects of pain management.
• May have unsupervised patient contact in the course of performing their duties.
• Performs other duties as required.

Qualifications:

Education:

• Requires a minimum formal education of High School Diploma, or GED.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Experience:

• Requires advanced knowledge of a specialized or technical field or a thorough knowledge of the practices and techniques of a professional field.
• A minimum of three (3) years of job-related experience.

License, and Certification Requirements:

• Current CASAC certification required.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Proficiency with Office PC's, Desktops, and Laptop software in addition to familiarity with Microsoft Office softwares to include Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
• Good interpersonal skills a must.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.

Physical Requirements:

• Position may require prolonged periods of standing, walking, talking, sitting, hearing, and bending throughout the work day.
• May include some repetitive motions.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions without compromising patient care.

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees, and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of One Brooklyn Health System (OBHS), and Interfaith Medical Center (IMC).

One Brooklyn Health System (OBHS), and Interfaith Medical Center are an equal opportunity employer, it is our policy to provide equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, marital status, military status, age, gender, sexual orientation, disability or handicap or other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.