Alcohol and Substance Abuse Counselor

Description

Professional Medical Practice, P.C., is looking for an Alcohol and Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC-T, CASAC, CASAC2) to work in the medical department at the Fulton County Correctional Facility located in Johnstown, NY

This is a part-time position, working 16 hours per week, Monday-Friday (7:00am-3:30pm or 8:00am-4:30pm).

Hourly Rate: $22.00- 26.00

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:

Professional Care believes in offering a competitive compensation and a generous PTO package to all of our part-time employees.

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-T, CASAC, CASAC2)
• Bachelor’s Degree / Master's Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or other related Human Services degree with a concentration in mental health 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