Junior Counselor CASAC-T

Junior Counselor

Location : New York, NY

Salary : $45,000 - $50,000

Essential Functions

• Provide individual and group counseling sessions focused on substance use recovery.
• Establish supportive and therapeutic relationships with clients to foster trust and growth.
• Assist in crisis intervention and de-escalation when needed.
• Collaborate with clients to create individualized treatment plans tailored to their unique needs and goals.
• Maintain accurate and timely client records in compliance with agency and regulatory standards.
• Monitor and document client progress, updating treatment plans as necessary.
• Collaborate and Communication
• Work closely with interdisciplinary teams, including medical and psychiatric staff, to deliver holistic care.
• Refer clients to additional services and community resources as appropriate.
• Participate in staff meetings, training, and case conferences to ensure alignment of care.
• Ensure all services are delivered in accordance with regulations and policy.
• Stay current on best practices and emerging trends in substance use treatment through ongoing professional development.
• Uphold START’s mission and values in all interactions with clients, staff, and stakeholders.
• Performs other duties as assigned, both at program locations and in the community.

Required Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

Additional Requirements

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Physical Requirements

These physical demands are representative of the physical requirements necessary for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation can be made to enable people with disabilities to perform the described essential functions of the position which are reviewed in each individual case.

Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Other

Industries

Hospitals and Health Care

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