Clinical Support CASAC

Position Summary

This position will provide needed specialized substance abuse knowledge including assessments and screening to determine if specialized treatment is needed as well as recommend the most appropriate treatment such as whether inpatient or outpatient is most applicable to improved family outcomes. Collaborating with the Clinicians, the CASAC contributes to providing well-rounded assistance for IPV when substance use disorders are a contributing factor. Near the LIRR.

Required Qualifications

• The CASAC (Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor) will report to the Supervisor and will hold a minimum of a related bachelor’s degree and be a fully credentialed CASAC.
• Has a deep understanding of and working knowledge of assessing substance use, its relation to trauma, environmental factors and IPV; the capacity to make informed recommendations, based on assessment and the available treatment modalities; and a strong working knowledge of substance use and its impact on individuals, families and communities, in a culturally informed approach with families from diverse backgrounds
• Familiarity with navigating electronic platforms such as Connections for documentation reviews.
• The ability to process and document high volumes of assessments, evaluations and collaborate throughout the interdisciplinary team, as well as with ACS staff and families.
• As with all Child Welfare related positions, this role will require a robust background check, and a clean driving record is encouraged.

Responsibilities

• The CASAC will assess and recommend treatment modalities for families that work with ACS staff.
• Document their efforts on electronic platforms such as Connections and ensure follow-up on community referrals.
• Work with the interdisciplinary team and ACS staff to ensure efficient workflows that will support families in a comprehensive with a client-centered approach and in a trauma-informed fashion. This might include meeting families in the community if needed and attending all meetings (in-person and virtual), that can facilitate positive outcomes.
• Report to one of the ACS field offices and be under the directive and supervision of the Site Supervisor.

Benefits/Perks

• A comprehensive health insurance package including medical, dental and vision plans for you and your family
• 403B retirement benefits
• Employer-paid life insurance and long-term disability insurance
• Generous paid time off (vacation, personal, sick, 12 paid holidays)
• Free employee assistance program through National EAP
• Insurance discounts for our staff and their families
• Trainings to support professional and personal development
• Employee wellness program
• Employee recognition activities

Pay

$73,000.00 - $75,000.00 Annual, (35 hours/week)
Hiring bonus of $1,000 after 500 worked hours