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

About the role

Centralus Health, an affiliation of Arnot Health and Cayuga Health, is focused on our region's changing needs and your wellbeing. More than a group of experienced caregivers, Centralus Health is a partnership of advocates who strive to eliminate barriers to better health, innovating and evolving services in our communities for enhanced holistic care close to home.

The Primary Addiction 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

• 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
• Co-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
• Document group notes, individual session notes, and clinical visit summaries in EPIC EMR in accordance with regulatory requirements

Requirements

• 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 substance use disorder (SUD) experience totaling 4 years
• QHP status required
• 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
• Working knowledge of motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral therapy, strength-based principles of treatment, and an individualized approach to treatment

Preferred Qualifications

• 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 Schedule

• 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

Standard rate of $24.00 - $30.00 per hour