Primary Addiction Counselor- Cayuga Addiction Recovery Services Cortland Outpatient Clinic- Full Time- Days

About the role

Cayuga Health System is seeking a Licensed Mental Health/Substance Use Disorder Counselor to join their team at the Cortland Outpatient Clinic. The role is part of a collaborative network between Arnot Health and Cayuga Health, dedicated to enhancing holistic care in the region.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a client caseload delivering evidence-based counseling in support of 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.
• Knowledge of addiction/recovery, behavioral health, self-help group process and principles of counseling.
• Document group notes, individual session notes, and clinical visit summaries in EPIC EMR in accordance with regulatory requirements.

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).
• Bachelor's degree in human services or related field; or equivalent combination of education and SUD experience totaling 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.

Required Skills and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in human services or related field; or equivalent combination of education and SUD experience totaling 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.

Preferred Skills and Experience

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

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: CARS Cortland Outpatient Clinic - 6 Euclid Ave, Building 1, Suite 3, Cortland NY 13045
• Shift: Five (5) 8-hour shifts 8am - 4pm, rotating Saturdays and Holidays as assigned
• Travel: 0% Travel can be expected in this role

Pay Range Disclosure

The standard rate of pay is $24.00 - $30.00 per hour.