Substance Abuse Counselor Position

4 weeks ago


New York, New York, United States Upper Manhattan Mental Health Center, Inc. Full time
Job Title: Substance Abuse Counselor

We are seeking a qualified Substance Abuse Counselor to join our team at the Upper Manhattan Mental Health Center, Inc. This is a great opportunity for a mental health professional to make a difference in the lives of our clients.

About the Position

The Substance Abuse Counselor will provide counseling services to patients and families, including psychosocial assessment and treatment, short and long-term counseling, crisis intervention, and individual and group counseling. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of substance use disorders and be able to educate patients on substance use and abuse, medication-assisted treatment, and nicotine replacement therapy.

Responsibilities
  • Provide substance abuse counseling services to patients and families
  • Conduct intake assessments, develop treatment plans, and review progress notes
  • Participate in weekly staff meetings, case conferences, and monthly supervision with the Director
  • Educate patients on substance use and abuse, medication-assisted treatment, and nicotine replacement therapy
  • Manage patient records and maintain accurate documentation
  • Participate in agency-sponsored and community outreach events
  • Ability to travel off-site to conduct outreach and attend training and conferences
  • Provide necessary reports, case records, and statistics as required
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree and/or CASAC/CASAC-T certification
  • At least 2 years of experience in the alcohol and substance abuse services field
  • Counseling experience required
  • Good verbal and written communication skills
  • Computer skills required


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