Addiction Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Options for Community Living, Inc. is committed to helping Long Island's most vulnerable families and individuals live healthier, more stable, and productive lives. In 1982, Options was established to respond to the need for housing in the community for people with serious mental illness. Today, Options serves over 2,000 adults and children annually and manages more than 160 residential properties across Long Island.

*$500 Sign-on Bonus!*

Options for Community Living, Inc. is looking for an Addiction Specialist to join our team! An ideal candidate should meet the following requirements:

• High School Diploma or the equivalent. Bachelor's degree in a human service related discipline preferred
• Have a valid CASAC certification.
• At least 2 years of experience working with individuals with substance abuse required.
• At least 2 years of experience working with case management responsibilities in a setting with disabled or economically disadvantaged individuals/families preferred.
• Valid driver's license, safe driving record, valid auto insurance and access to a vehicle is required.

Our Benefits include:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Generous PTO: 5 Wellness Days, 10-22 Vacation Days, 8 Sick Days, 11 Paid Holidays - yearly
• 403(b) retirement plan with an employer match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Assistance
• Wellness Initiatives
• Paid Training & On-the-Job Training
• Promotional Opportunities
• Mileage reimbursement
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account

Salary Range: $46,800/year ($24.00/hour) - $58,500/year ($30.00/hour)

The above salary range represents Options for Community Living's good faith and reasonable estimate of potential compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job posting and may be modified in the future. When determining a salary offer, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., years of relevant experience, education level, language skillset, credentials, professional licensure, budget, and internal equity).

Schedule Options: (37.5 hours/week)

• Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM (30 minute break)
• Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (1 hour break)
• Monday - Friday: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM (1 hour break)
• Monday - Friday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (30 minute break)

Location - In person based out of our Hempstead and Ronkonkoma offices, with field visits required in both Nassau and Suffolk County.

Pay Type: Non-exempt

Responsibilities:

The Addiction Specialist provides support services to individuals with mental illness in the agency's MH Supportive Housing program and targeted assistance to those abusing substances. Provides on-site visits to housing locations.

• Performs routine assessments of residents' substance use needs.
• Provides addiction education and related individual and group counseling tasks to residents.
• Assists residents in accessing and utilizing community resources as well as other support services, i.e., D.S.S., medical clinics, sponsorship, etc.
• Where appropriate participates in formulation of individualized assessments, service plans and discharge plans for assigned residents and legibly documents them according to specified timeframes and guidelines.
• Documents residents' progress and other information in charts in a timely manner and according to specifications.
• When appropriate, involves significant others, collateral contacts (family, probation officers, caseworkers, etc.) in education and supportive services.
• Communicates pertinent information regarding residents to leadership staff as well as other coworkers to enhance quality of care to residents.
• Provides assistance to coworkers and serves as a resource person to non-certified staff, interns and volunteers as needed.
• Attend initial recovery meeting (AA, NA, etc.) with residents when needed to provide a linkage to support services.
• Serve as liaison to connect residents to detox, inpatient, residential, and/or sober living facilities when needed.
• Attend local county SUD and MAT work groups to enhance relationships with community providers.
• Other appropriate tasks as assigned by management.

Salary Range

$46,800—$58,500 USD

Incredible people doing meaningful work. People come to work at Options to help improve the overall quality of life for individuals within the community. Our welcoming workforce is dedicated to helping the most vulnerable Long Islanders reach their fullest potential.