• Senior Counselor (CASAC)

    BMS Family Health and Wellness Centers (Brooklyn, NY)


    Senior Counselor (CASAC)

     

    Brooklyn, NY (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=657+East+98th+Street+Brooklyn+NY+USA+11236)

    Description

    Under the supervision of the Assistant program director , the Senior counselor/Health Coordinator is responsible for carrying a small caseload which usually consists of individuals that have co-occurring disorders. provides crisis intervention, refers residents and appropriate levels of care. Assist the Assistant Program Director in monitoring residents when their primary counselor is not available.

     

    Responsibilities and Duties

     

    + The Senior Counselor is responsible for the completion for required documentation in case records for residents.

    + Provide counseling 1X per week ( 30 minutes)

    + Provides Crisis Intervention when needed.

    + Facilitate support groups one time per week

    + Refers resident to other levels of care

    + Advocate on behalf of the resident when needed( i.e. Court Liaison, ACS/family court conferences).

    + Responsible for maintaining up-to-date case records, filling out applications to be processed by specific agencies when needed.

    + Assist in complying with Office of Addiction and support Services (OASAS) and the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene.

    + Daily report to the Health Commerce System

    + Ensures the provision of education, risk reduction, counseling, and referral services to all resident's regarding HIV. AIDs, TB. Hepatitis, STDs and COVID-19.

    + Fosters abstinence and stability through counselling and other support

    + Completes other assignments as request by the Assistant Program Director

    + Supervises the staff in the evening program when needed.

    + Develop curriculums for Case Managers.

    + Coordinate house functions for residents' chores

    + Assist in maintaining the communication logbook.

    + Network with out-patient treatment programs to ensure quality care for residents

    Requirements

    Qualifications

    + Associates Degree in human services or equivalent

    + Must have CASAC

    + Must be qualified health professional ( QHP) with verifiable number

    + At least 3 years experience as CASAC

    + must have valid New York State Drivers License

    + Ability to work with diverse population.

    Salary Description

    $50,000