Chemical Dependency Counselor

STATUS: Per Diem

LOCATION: SLH- Elm St

DEPARTMENT: Behavioral Health

SCHEDULE: Varies

Summary

Performs all functions of counselor practice as outlined by NYS OASAS. Focus includes the development and implementation of individualized patient treatment plan with emphasis on counseling and guidance of recovery process.

Responsibilities

1. Works collaboratively with medical team to develop treatment planning strategies.
2. Responsible for making appropriate referrals and discharge planning of patients.
3. Ensure accurate and timely documentation of patient records.
4. Participate in daily group counseling efforts of the unit.
5. Responsible for acting as the primary Individual Counselor for patients in their recovery process.

Education Requirements

• Required: Two years of college with specialization in chemical dependency or other human services area.

Licensure / Certification Registration Requirements

• Required: BLS
• Preferred: CASAC

Required Experience

• Required: Two years of continuous abstinence, if recovering.
• Preferred: One year of full time employment in an inpatient setting.

Complexity of Work

Working in a high stress office and classroom environment. Required to demonstrate knowledge of principles, practices, and techniques of individual and group counseling as applied to the treatment of addiction and mental illness. Have the ability to work with other health care team members; within and outside the institution. Work closely with patients, families, and/or their significant others. Excellent communication skills are required.

Physical Requirements

Exposure to acute care, communicable diseases, and intoxicated persons.

S - Sedentary Work - Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time, but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.

Pay Range

$22.00 - $28.25