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Senior Counselor (CASAC)

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

Description

Are you a compassionate and experienced CASAC professional looking to make a real impact in the lives of individuals in recovery? Join our dedicated team as aSenior Counselorand help guide our residents on their journey toward healing and stability. This is more than a job — it’s a chance to serve as a trusted support system for individuals navigating complex challenges, including substance use and co-occurring mental health conditions.

As ourSenior Counselor, you'll carry a small, specialized caseload, providing individualized support through weekly counseling sessions, crisis intervention, and referrals to appropriate levels of care. You will also play a vital leadership role by facilitating support groups, mentoring staff, coordinating care with outside treatment providers, and ensuring compliance with OASAS and DOHMH standards. Additionally, you’ll be responsible for health coordination tasks such as HIV, Hepatitis, and STD education, COVID-19 risk reduction, and reporting through the Health Commerce System.

We’re looking for aCertified Alcohol and Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC)with at least 3 years of hands-on experience and a passion for serving a diverse community. A valid NY State driver’s license and QHP status (with verifiable number) are required. If you're ready to grow in your career while making a meaningful difference every day, we invite you to apply and become part of a team that values dedication, integrity, and compassion.

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