MercyFirst · 2 months ago
Clinical Support CASAC
Queens, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$62K/yr - $65K/yrMercyFirst is a not-for-profit human and social service agency that has been serving children and families in need since 1894. The Clinical Support CASAC role involves providing specialized substance abuse knowledge, conducting assessments, and recommending appropriate treatment modalities to support families facing challenges related to mental health and addiction.
Child CareHealth CareHomeless ShelterNon Profit
Responsibilities
The Clinical Support Clinician will assess and recommend treatment modalities for families that work with ACS staff
Document their efforts on electronic platforms such as Connections and ensure follow-up on community referrals
Work with the interdisciplinary team and ACS staff to ensure efficient workflows that will support families in a comprehensive with a client centered approach and in a trauma informed fashion. This might include meeting families in the community if needed and attending all meetings (in-person and virtual), that can facilitate positive outcomes
Report to one of the ACS field offices and be under the directive and supervision of the Site Supervisor
Qualification
Required
The CASAC (Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor) will report to the Supervisor and will hold a minimum of a related bachelor's degree and be a fully credentialed CASAC
Has a deep understanding of and working knowledge of assessing substance use, its relation to trauma, environmental factors and IPV; the capacity to make informed recommendations, based on assessment and the available treatment modalities; and a strong working knowledge of substance use and its impact on individuals, families and communities, in a culturally informed approach with families from diverse backgrounds
Familiarity with navigating electronic platforms such as Connections for documentation reviews
The ability to process and document high volumes of assessments, evaluations and collaborate throughout the interdisciplinary team, as well as with ACS staff and families
As with all Child Welfare related positions, this role will require a robust background check, and a clean driving record is encouraged
Benefits
A comprehensive health insurance package including medical, dental and vision plans for you and your family
403B retirement benefits
Employer-paid life insurance and long-term disability insurance
Generous paid time off (vacation, personal, sick, 12 paid holidays)
Free employee assistance program through National EAP
Insurance discounts for our staff and their families
Trainings to support professional and personal development
Employee wellness program
Employee recognition activities
Company
MercyFirst
MercyFirst is a non-profit oraganization that provides care and residential services for children and families in need.
Founded in 1894
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Achim Kretschmer
CHIEF TECHNOLOGY OFFICER | SR. VICE PRESIDENT OF IT
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