Admissions Counselor

POSITION OVERVIEW :

The Admissions Counselor provides alcoholism and substance abuse counseling services in approved work settings to conduct intakes and see clients individually in the Medication Assisted Treatment Program. The counselor will complete a psychosocial intake assessment for clients. The position involves working closely with the front office support staff, the medical team as well as the clinicians.

KEY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :

Conduct substance abuse and mental health assessments, utilizing standardized assessment tools and best practice techniques i.e., MI, EBP etc.

Complete phone screenings and determine client's suitability to complete a clinical assessment.

Coordinate intakes and medical appointments as necessary.

Knowledge of all applicable screening tools.

Complete a Comprehensive Psycho-Social Assessment for clients entering the Program.

Completes timely reporting admissions and discharges on OASAS Client Data System PAS 44's and PAS 45's.

Working knowledge of Electronic Health Record.

Explain treatment service agreements include program rules and regulations (orientation) policies and practices and obtain clients signatures.

Pursue ongoing professional development relevant to the job position.

Participate in clinical supervision regularly and interdisciplinary team meetings.

Demonstrates understanding of appropriate use of treatment planning and clinical intervention.

Provides education and information to the client about alcohol and drug abuse.

Maintains and updates referral services and resources that may be useful to our client population.

Conducts random toxicology testing for clients whenever necessary.

Other related duties as required or directed by the Supervisor.

REQUIREMENTS :

Associate degree in human services. Bachelors preferred.

Valid unrestricted OASAS certification as a CASAC (or other QHP).

Must have specific training in chemical use, abuse and dependence specific to the services provided.

Supporting Recovery with Medications Addictions Treatment (MAT).

Screening, Brief Intervention and Referral to Treatment.

Excellent organizational, communication and time management skills.

Ability to work on a strong team of professionals in a culturally diverse environment.

Ability to multitask and to work and function under pressure.

Strong attention to detail.