Counselor II- Cayuga Addiction Recovery Services Trumansburg Residential Program- Full Time- Days

About the role

The Licensed Mental Health/Substance Use Disorder Counselor is responsible for treating and promoting recovery from the effects of substance use, mental health disorders, and other behavioral healthcare issues. This role collaborates with a multidisciplinary treatment team to ensure comprehensive, high quality, and client-centered care.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a client caseload delivering evidence based counseling in supporting client's recovery and mental wellness goals.
• Perform essential counseling responsibilities including screenings, intake and orientation, evaluation and intervention, treatment planning, referrals, crisis intervention, counseling, patient education, case management, reporting and record keeping
• Facilitate psychoeducational groups ranging from small group coaching to didactic sessions
• Exhibit exemplary knowledge of the biopsychosocial process of substance use disorders/recovery, behavioral health, self-help group processes, and principles of counseling.
• Implement existing curricula to engage clients in goal setting and individualized treatment planning
• Participate as a collaborative member of the Interdisciplinary Treatment Team and attend team meetings
• Maintain regular communication with team members, external providers, and staff to ensure coordinated service delivery

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in human services or related field; or equivalent combination of education and SUD experience total 4 years. QHP status required (see above Qualifications section).
• Two years employment experience in the Human Services field.
• A basic understanding of addiction and recovery issues.
• Knowledge of basic counseling techniques, including treatment planning is essential.
• Working knowledge of motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral therapy, strength-based principle of treatment and an individualized approach to treatment.

Qualifications

• Any one of the following licenses or credentials:
• Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC)
• Licensed mental health practitioner (including permit eligible)
• Licensed social worker (including permit eligible)

Skills and Experience

• Master's degree with 4+ years SUD experience. Provisional CASAC, CASAC or other QHP preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Frequent hand and finger use (e.g., to operate a computer keyboard).
• Lifting and carrying items up to 40 lbs. (e.g., boxes, equipment), with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to stoop, kneel, or crouch for tasks such as retrieving items from lower shelves or filing in low drawers.
• Ability to sit, stand, or walk for extended periods, as the position may require.
• Capacity to operate job-related equipment, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Location and Travel Requirements

Location: Cayuga Addiction Recovery Services Residential Campus- 6621 NYS Route 227, Trumansburg NY 14886
Shift: Five(5) 8-hour shifts 8am - 4pm Monday through Friday
Travel: 0% Travel can be expected in this role

Pay Range Disclosure

Standard rate of $24.00 - $30.00 per hour