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Counselor (Full Time/flexible between the hours of 7a- 5p Sun-Thurs with (1) evening)

Lockport, NY (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=5586+Niagara+St.+Extension+Lockport+NY+USA+14094)

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Description

Responsibilities

+ Develops individualized treatment and discharge plans for residents

+ Makes referrals, coordinates services, and maintains regular and on-going consultations with other organizations

+ Coordinates the vocational and educational goals of residents

+ Facilities group and individual counseling sessions

+ Supports and encourages resident participation in community self-help groups

+ Assists in the oversight of program medication procedures

+ Conducts breathalyzer and toxicology screenings

+ Facilitates new resident assessments, admissions, and orientations

+ Available for on-call coverage when needed

+ Completes documentation per agency requirements

+ Data input and word processing

+ *Low Caseload! *

Requirements

+ Masters Degree in Human Services or related field and a minimum of 6 months counseling experience. Field placement as an intern may be applied to the required counseling experience. Must possess and maintain a current Qualified Health Professional status. Or

+ Bachelors Degree in Human Services or a related field and a minimum of one year counseling experience. Field placement as an intern may be applied to required counseling experience. Must possess and maintain a current Qualified Health Professional status. Or

+ Associates Degree in Human Services or a related field; must possess and maintain a current Qualified Health Professional status and two years counseling experience in the appropriate field. Field placement as an intern may be applied to required counseling experience.

+ Able to ensure confidentiality

+ Must posses a New York State driver's license with an acceptable driving record

Salary Description

$60,000