CASAC-T Counselors - OrderID: 5191

Job Description

Job Description

Working with a non-profit client in Brooklyn seeking a CASAC or CASAC-T Counselor. CASAC Counselor are to provide intervention to clients with substance abuse and addiction. Duties consist of assessment, crisis intervention and treatment plans.

Responsibilities:

• Provide counseling services in the form of individual, group or family sessions.

• Advocate on behalf of program participants to ensure they receive the proper treatment plans.

• Ensure all relevant case related information and assessment of the clients progress and treatment sessions are inputted into a specific database.

• Provide treatment plans for family members or other individuals related to the client.

• Provide coverage in emergency situations and crisis intervention.

• Flexibility to work on occasional weekend.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or educational equivalent required.

• Two year experience in social services and addiction services required.

• CASAC or CASAC-T Certification.

• Bilingual a plus.

• Good organization and computer skills required.

Benefits:
We offer eligible employees competitive pay and access to a range of benefits and support programs based on assignment type, schedule, length of employment, and eligibility requirements, including medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, short-term disability, 401(k), employee assistance, childcare assistance, discounts, paid holidays, and longevity bonuses. Depending on the benefit, cost may be paid by the Company, the employee, or shared between both.

EOE:
We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. We strictly prohibit and do not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity and expression), marital or familial status, age, physical or mental disability, perceived disability, citizenship status, service in the uniformed services, genetic information, height, weight, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Applications from members of minority groups and women are encouraged.