Drug Counselor - North County Opioid Treatment Program (otp)
Suffolk County Government
Great River, NY, United States
$49,642 py
On-site
Credentialed alcoholism and substance abuse counselor (casac)
Nys office of alcohol and substance abuse services (oasas) certification
Interviewing and screening individuals
Suffolk County Government is hiring a Drug Counselor for its North County Opioid Treatment Program located in Great River, NY. Candidates must possess a Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC) certification and a current certification from the New York State Office of Alcohol and Substance Abuse Services (OASAS)
Job Summary
Candidates MUST have Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC) AND a current certification from NYS Office of Alcohol and Substance Abuse Services (OASAS).
The role involves interviewing and screening individuals, planning and implementing individualized treatment plans, and providing individual and group counseling services.
Suffolk County offers a comprehensive health insurance plan, pension, paid time off, and a focus on work-life balance.
Matching Summary
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Suffolk County Government is hiring a Drug Counselor for its North County Opioid Treatment Program located in Great River, NY. Candidates must possess a Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC) certification and a current certification from the New York State Office of Alcohol and Substance Abuse Services (OASAS).
Salary
$49,642
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC)
NYS Office of Alcohol and Substance Abuse Services (OASAS) certification
Interviewing and screening individuals
Individualized treatment plan development
Individual and group counseling services
Patient record maintenance
Nice-to-have
Community education and information sessions
Job training and placement counseling
Referral to other agencies
Key Requirements
CASAC certification
NYS OASAS certification
Not seeking CASAC-T certification
One year of experience in substance use disorder treatment or equivalent training program (if not CASAC certified)
Uphold OASAS Scope of Practice and Canon of Ethical Principals