CASAC-T - Residential Services

About the role

We are seeking a compassionate and motivated CASAC-T to join our Residential Behavioral Health team. In this role, you'll work alongside an interdisciplinary team to provide counseling, recovery support, crisis intervention, and care coordination for adults living with co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual substance use counseling and recovery support.
• Facilitate relapse prevention, psychoeducational, and recovery-focused groups.
• Complete substance use assessments and individualized treatment plans.
• Conduct required 90-day treatment plan reviews and ongoing progress assessments.
• Manage a caseload of residents with current or past substance use disorders.
• Collaborate with Case Managers, Clinical Supervisors, and other members of the treatment team to coordinate care.
• Connect residents with detox, rehabilitation, outpatient treatment, medical providers, and community resources.
• Advocate for residents to ensure they receive the services needed to support long-term recovery.
• Maintain timely and accurate documentation in the Foothold electronic health record.
• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings, case conferences, and required trainings.
• Engage family members and other support systems when appropriate.
• Respond calmly and effectively during behavioral health or substance use crises.

Requirements

• 1 year of experience in a residential setting preferred
• CASAC-T certificate required
• CASAC-T credential in good standing with OASAS
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
• Excellent organizational and documentation skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with individuals with substance use disorders, mental illness, or co-occurring disorders
• Experience in residential treatment, supportive housing, behavioral health, or community-based programs
• Familiarity with Motivational Interviewing, Harm Reduction, Trauma-Informed Care, and Recovery-Oriented practices
• Experience using electronic health records (Foothold/AWARDS preferred)
• Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus

Benefits

• Monday through Friday schedule - no rotating shifts
• Collaborative and supportive clinical team
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals in recovery
• Professional growth and ongoing training opportunities
• Mission-driven organization dedicated to improving the lives of underserved communities

Pay and Schedule

This is a full-time position, Monday through Friday, with a schedule of either 09:00am-05:30pm or 10:00am-06:30pm. The compensation pay range is $50,000 per year.