The Office of Addiction Services and Supports · 2 weeks ago
Addictions Counselor Assistant - HOURLY (Russell E. Blaisdell ATC)
Orangeburg, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$22/hr - $22/hr
2+ years expThe Office of Addiction Services and Supports is dedicated to providing and overseeing a continuum of addiction services. The Addictions Counselor Assistant works under the supervision of an Addictions Counselor, assisting with various client care and counseling duties as part of a multidisciplinary treatment team.
Government Administration
Responsibilities
May assist with individual counseling, group counseling, crisis intervention, treatment and discharge planning and clinical activities as assigned
May assist in developing, assessing, and modifying individual treatment plans by providing information gathered through direct observation and discussion with clients
Provides coordination of care with referral sources regarding admission and discharge, including referrals for aftercare
Completes required client and facility documentation (both electronic and paper) adhering to applicable OASAS procedures and confidentiality regulations
Conducts and monitors recreational, vocational, and social activities as needed
Assists with client transportation, room searches, and urine toxicology collection
Prepares room and client supplies for new admissions (bedding, bath, etc.)
Conducts routine rounds and documents observations; maintains a safe and therapeutic environment
May provide training or guidance to newer or sporadic (hourly/contract) peers, particularly in relation to the routines, procedures, and policies of the ATC
May complete insurance inquiries and documentation regarding coordination of care with financial/insurance entities
Monitors clients and ensures building safety and security
Participates in meal preparation and distribution
Communicates shift change information as appropriate to facilitate smooth transition
Performs other job-related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Two years of experience, one year of which must have required the application of communication skills and one year must have been in a direct treatment capacity in an addictions treatment setting
An associate's degree in a human services field
Current registration as a Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC)-Trainee or CASAC-Provisional in New York State
Candidate(s) must be eligible and maintain eligibility for full and unconditional participation in the Medicaid and Medicare programs
Prospective appointees will be checked against the Staff Exclusion List (SEL) maintained by the Justice Center for the Protection of People with Special Needs
Investigated through a Criminal Background Check (CBC) that includes State and federal Criminal History Record Checks
All convictions must be reported; conviction of a felony or misdemeanor, or any falsified or omitted information on the prospective appointee's employment application may bar appointment or result in removal after appointment
Prospective employees will be fingerprinted in order to obtain a record of their criminal history information
Screened against the Statewide Central Register of Child Abuse and Maltreatment (SCR)
Preferred
30 college credits in a human services field may be substituted for the one year of communication experience
10 college credits in specific alcoholism, substance abuse or chemical dependency courses may be substituted for the one year of specialized experience
150 clock hours of relevant addictions for CASAC credential eligibility may be substituted for the one year of specialized experience
Company
The Office of Addiction Services and Supports
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Albany, New York, US
51-200 employeesFunding
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