Substance Use Specialist

Duties/Responsibilities

• Provide direct services and/or facilitate access to community support services (medical, mental health, substance abuse, social/recreational services, housing, entitlements) within an interdisciplinary team
• Manage caseload of up to 15 seniors with serious mental illness, ensuring comprehensive coordination of care, rehabilitation and wrap-around support to enhance independence, community connection, and goal achievement
• Conduct screenings, intakes, and bio-psychosocial assessments; assist in developing Individualized Service Plans (ISPs)
• Provide and coordinate assessment, treatment, planning, and services for substance use based on the needs of the consumer
• Maintain accurate charting and documentation as per requirements
• Provide crisis intervention, including emergency hospital admission support
• Actively participate in program activities and team meetings, including daily clinical meetings
• Rotate coverage of the ACT Emergency Phone with other members of the team, which will include 24/7 coverage of possible outreach from clients or treatment providers

Required Skills/Abilities

• Demonstrated training and/or experience in delivering evidence-based practices, such as Motivational Interviewing, CBT, DBT
• Strong organizational and communication skills, both written and verbal
• Proficient in computer literacy
• Multitasking efficiently on a regular basis
• Manages their own task list with minimal supervision

Required Qualifications

• Graduate-level degree with a focus in Mental Health Services required (MSW, MHC, or related degree; professional license by NYSED preferred, but not required)
• CASAC certification preferred
• 1-2 years of experience with individuals diagnosed with serious mental illness and co-occurring substance use disorders

Physical Requirements

• This position requires robust physical activity, coordination and stamina
• Comfort in commuting with public transportation, constant exposure to outdoor conditions
• Comfortable meeting with consumers inside their homes

Pay

Pay Range: $40.88-44.07

Schedule

Hybrid-Flexed

Benefits

A complete overview of compensation and benefits will be provided by the Talent Acquisition team during the hiring process.

Full time employees will be eligible for excellent comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, supplemental income insurance, employer paid disability insurance, employer paid life insurance, pre-tax FSA for medical and dependent care, and 401K available.