Hourly Addictions Counselor Assistant - John L. Norris ATC

Job Description

All Hourly positions with the NYS Office of Addiction Services and Supports (OASAS) are utilized on an "as needed" basis, and as such, there is no guarantee of work hours or a set schedule. Any/all questions should be directed to recruitment@oasas.ny.gov.
The Addictions Counselor Assistant serves as a member of the ATC's multidisciplinary treatment team and works under the supervision of an Addiction Counselor performing duties related to the care and counseling of clients. Responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to the following:
• Assists with individual counseling, group counseling, crisis intervention, treatment and discharge planning and clinical activities as assigned.
• Monitors the safety and security of facility and its patients, and takes action to maintain a positive and healthy milieu.
• Assists with patient transportation, room searches, and urine toxicology collection.
• Prepares room and client supplies for new admissions (bedding, bath, etc.)
• Conducts routine rounds and documents observations.
• Completes required client and facility documentation both electronic and paper as appropriate.
• Participates in meal preparation and distribution.
• Communicates shift change information as appropriate to facilitate smooth transition.
• May complete insurance calls and documentation regarding coordination of care with financial/insurance entities.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
NOTE: The ATC uses a computerized patient record system.

Minimum Qualifications:
Non-Competitive: two years of experience, one year of which must have required the application of communication skills and one year must have been in a direct treatment capacity in an addictions treatment setting; or an associate's degree in a human services field; or current registration as a Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC)-Trainee or CASAC-Provisional in New York State.
NOTE: Candidate(s) must be eligible and maintain eligibility for full and unconditional participation in the Medicaid and Medicare programs. Failure to maintain Medicaid/Medicare eligibility will result in the termination of employment.

Requirements

Non-Competitive: two years of experience, one year of which must have required the application of communication skills and one year must have been in a direct treatment capacity in an addictions treatment setting; or an associate's degree in a human services field; or current registration as a Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC)-Trainee or CASAC-Provisional in New York State.
NOTE: Candidate(s) must be eligible and maintain eligibility for full and unconditional participation in the Medicaid and Medicare programs. Failure to maintain Medicaid/Medicare eligibility will result in the termination of employment.