Assessment Specialist (CASAC)

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109 E 16th St 4th Floor New York, NY 10003, USA Description Description Do you want to have an important impact as a CASAC? Become an Assessment Specialist at NADAP and join a dynamic professional team. The Assessment Specialists work business hours Monday-Friday. No More Caseloads! No More Treatment Plans! Excellent work/life balance with a predictable 35 hour work-week, while working as a Qualified Health Professional. A Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC) interviews clients referred to by New York City's HRA, applying clinical judgment to determine appropriate treatment needs and levels of care. Our CASACs work with a variety of clients and interact with treatment providers daily. CASACs link individuals to chemical dependency treatment and harm reduction programs and also review progress to assist clients in recovery, leading to self-sufficiency. Conduct one on one assessments on HRA-identified applicants and recipients Determine if treatment is needed Make clinical recommendations for treatment referrals Qualifications: Must have an active NYSCASAC credential Minimum of 3 years experience in a substance use treatment setting High school degree is required, Bachelors is preferred Bilingual Spanish is a plus Schedule:M-F 9am to 5pm in Union Square office (hub) Competitive salary and excellent benefits and health package including tuition reimbursement, and loan forgiveness program.Generous PTO. NADAP, Inc.is a multiservice non-profit agency dedicated to helping people with medical, behavioral health and social service needs to become sufficient. NADAP programs assist disadvantaged populations in New York City and Nassau County. NADAP's services include health insurance enrollment, assessment, care coordination, case management, professional training, job preparation and placement services. At NADAP, we believe in creating an environment where every individualis treated with dignity and respect. We are committed to ensuring that all employees and applicants have an equal opportunity to succeed, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. Visit us at .

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Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr NADAP (National Association on Drug Abuse Problems)