Alcohol and Substance Abuse Counselor

Description

Professional Medical Practice, P.C., is looking for an Alcohol and Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC or CASAC2) to work in the medical department at the Montgomery County Jail in Fultonville, NY.

• This is a Part Time position working 2-3 days per week (Monday-Friday).
• Hourly Rate: $24.00- 29.00.
• You must have a CASAC or CASAC2 to qualify for this role.

Job Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the clinical monitoring, coordination, and implementation of the behavioral health program in accordance with Company policies and procedures.
• Serve as the liaison between medical and facility staff as it pertains to Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT).
• Engage patient in therapeutic interventions with the goal of addressing substance use related concerns.
• Facilitate group and individual sessions with patients in the MAT program.
• Actively assist with the detection and prevention of patient suicide.
• Document all patient encounters in a timely manner utilizing the SOAPE note format.
• Assist and/or collaborate with facility staff regarding discharge planning for patients in the MAT program, where applicable.
• Facilitate/participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and/or case consultations with staff across disciplines.
• Participate as a member of the Quality Assurance Committee and any sub-committees. Assist in the establishment of Quality Assurance standards and audit criteria.
• Serve as a member of various committees within the medical unit and facility as necessary.

Benefits:

• Salaries are negotiable and commensurate based on experience.
• Part Time PTO package provided and accrued at the rate of 1.0 hour for every 30.0 hours of straight time worked. Max number of PTO hours that may be accrued is 64.0 hours

For a full job description, please click here:

http://www.primecaremedical.com/wp-content/uploads/JD.NY-CASAC.pdf

Requirements

• Must be certified as an Alcohol and Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC or CASAC2)
• Bachelor’s Degree / Master's Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or other related Human Services degree with a concentration in drug and alcohol course work.
• Minimum one (1) year clinical experience preferred.
• Effective communication skills
• Ability to function independently and demonstrating clinical competency
• Ability to gain trust of patients and build a working relationship