Addictions Counselor Assistant, G-11 (Kingsboro ATC)

Responsibilities The Addictions Counselor Assistant serves as a member of the Addiction Treatment Center’s (ATC) multidisciplinary treatment team and works under the supervision of an Addictions Counselor performing duties related to the care and counseling of clients. Responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to the following: Assists with individual counseling, group counseling, crisis intervention, treatment and discharge planning and clinical activities as assigned. Assists in developing, assessing, and modifying individual treatment plans by providing information gathered through direct observation and discussion with clients. Provides coordination of care with referral sources regarding admission and discharge, including referrals for aftercare. Completes required client and facility documentation (both electronic and paper) adhering to applicable OASAS procedures and confidentiality regulations. Conducts and monitors recreational, vocational, and social activities as needed. Assists with client transportation, room searches, and urine toxicology collection. Prepares room and client supplies for new admissions (bedding, bath, etc.) Conducts routine rounds and documents observations; maintains a safe and therapeutic environment. May provide training or guidance to newer or sporadic (hourly/contract) peers, particularly in relation to the routines, procedures, and policies of the ATC. May complete insurance inquiries and documentation regarding coordination of care with financial/insurance entities. Monitors clients and ensures building safety and security. Participates in meal preparation and distribution. Communicates shift change information as appropriate to facilitate smooth transition. Performs other job-related duties as assigned. Duties Duties Description Responsibilities The Addictions Counselor Assistant serves as a member of the Addiction Treatment Center’s (ATC) multidisciplinary treatment team and works under the supervision of an Addictions Counselor performing duties related to the care and counseling of clients. Responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to the following: Assists with individual counseling, group counseling, crisis intervention, treatment and discharge planning and clinical activities as assigned. Assists in developing, assessing, and modifying individual treatment plans by providing information gathered through direct observation and discussion with clients. Provides coordination of care with referral sources regarding admission and discharge, including referrals for aftercare. Completes required client and facility documentation (both electronic and paper) adhering to applicable OASAS procedures and confidentiality regulations. Conducts and monitors recreational, vocational, and social activities as needed. Assists with client transportation, room searches, and urine toxicology collection. Prepares room and client supplies for new admissions (bedding, bath, etc.) Conducts routine rounds and documents observations; maintains a safe and therapeutic environment. May provide training or guidance to newer or sporadic (hourly/contract) peers, particularly in relation to the routines, procedures, and policies of the ATC. May complete insurance inquiries and documentation regarding coordination of care with financial/insurance entities. Monitors clients and ensures building safety and security. Participates in meal preparation and distribution. Communicates shift change information as appropriate to facilitate smooth transition. Performs other job-related duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Non-Competitive: two years of experience, one year of which must have required the application of communication skills and one year must have been in a direct treatment capacity in an addiction treatment setting; or an associate’s degree in the human services field; or current registration as a Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC)-Trainee or CASAC-Provisional in New York State. NOTE: Candidate(s) must be eligible and maintain eligibility for full and unconditional participation in the Medicaid and Medicare programs. Failure to maintain Medicaid/Medicare eligibility will result in the termination of employment. Mandatory overtime (MOT) is a requirement of this position. Chosen candidate(s) will be added to the mandatory overtime roster, which is utilized on a rotating basis. The MOT is applied during times of emergency, when all other staffing options have been exhausted (volunteers, hourly staff, contracted staff). Our Addiction Treatment Centers (ATCs) operate 24/7/365 programing. Therefore, MOT IS an essential function of this position and is critical to maintaining adequate staffing at all times in order to ensure the health and safety of clients within the facility. Salary $47,695 - $58,447 Plus $4,000 Location pay Plus $575 Inconvenience pay The salary range listed in this posting reflects the full range for this graded position, factoring in annual performance advances based on satisfactory annual performance reviews. Candidates with no previous State service will begin at the hiring rate (starting rate of the salary range) listed above, plus any applicable Location Pay/Geographic Pay/Shift Pay differentials. Additional Comments Prospective appointees will be: 1) Checked against the Staff Exclusion List (SEL) maintained by the Justice Center for the Protection of People with Special Needs. Prospective employees whose names appear on the SEL as having been found responsible for serious or repeated acts of abuse or neglect will be barred from appointment and may have their names removed from the eligible list(s) for the title(s) if applicable. 2) Investigated through a criminal background check (CBC) that includes state and federal criminal history record checks. All convictions must be reported; conviction of a felony or misdemeanor, or any falsified or omitted information on the prospective appointee’s employment application may bar appointment or result in removal after appointment. Each case will be determined on its own merits, consistent with the applicable provisions of state and federal laws, rules, and regulations. Prospective employees will be fingerprinted in order to obtain a record of their criminal history information and may be required to pay any necessary fees. 3) Screened against the Statewide Central Register of Child Abuse and Maltreatment (SCR). Prospective employees may be required to pay any necessary fees. Additionally, prospective employees whose names are indicated on the SCR may be barred from appointment. New York State OASAS is an equal opportunity employer and provides opportunity for all regardless of race, gender, religion, national original, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, ability, or any other protected class. OASAS encourages people with disabilities to apply. If you need a reasonable accommodation at any point in the application or hiring process, please reach out to View email address on click.appcast.io. OASAS recognizes the value that different people, perspectives and cultures bring to the agency. We strive to create an inclusive culture that uplifts and supports our staff, fostering a sense of belonging in the workplace. Individuals with lived substance use and/or gambling experience are encouraged to apply. The mission of the New York State Office of Addiction Services and Supports (OASAS) is to provide, support, and oversee a data-driven continuum of addiction services delivered with equity, dignity, compassion, and respect. OASAS and the Division of Addiction Treatment Centers (ATCs) are committed to establishing environments of safety and non-violence in keeping with the trauma informed Sanctuary Model. The standards and duties for each are to be performed in support of Sanctuary Model commitments to non-violence, emotional intelligence, democracy, open communication, social responsibility, social learning, and growth & change. OASAS Addiction Treatment Centers are Tobacco Free Facilities. #J-18808-Ljbffr The Office of Addiction Services and Supports