Substance Use Disorder Counselor (Req 101129)
Whitney M Young Jr Health Center · Albany, NY, US
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About the Role
Serve as a member of the multidisciplinary team providing recovery-oriented care to individuals with substance use disorders, co-occurring mental health conditions, and chronic co-morbid health issues within an OASAS licensed treatment program. Facilitate integrated services including screenings, assessments, individual and group psychoeducation, and referrals. Develop individualized treatment plans grounded in best practices and harm reduction strategies to empower patients towards optimal physical and behavioral health.
Responsibilities
- Conduct screenings and face-to-face assessments for patients seeking treatment for substance use disorders.
- Present assessments to the multi-disciplinary treatment team and reassess patients on an ongoing basis.
- Complete level of care determinations and OASAS LOCADTR.
- Utilize the latest edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders for individuals with substance abuse disorders.
- Maintain knowledge and skills in the treatment of substance use disorders, harm reduction, and evidence-based treatment approaches.
- Sustain a patient caseload and maintain productivity per industry standards.
- Conduct Personal Health Questionnaire (PHQ-9), Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD-7), Social Determinants of Health (SDOH), Fagerstrom Nicotine Screening, and other evidenced-based risk assessments.
- Assist patients in developing an individual treatment plan in conjunction with the multidisciplinary treatment team and other patient collaterals.
- Conduct individual and group psychoeducation and counseling.
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation via the electronic health record (EHR) in adherence with OASAS regulations, OMIG guidelines, and WYH policies.
- Assist in providing a safe and respectful environment for treatment.
- Attend and participate in all assigned meetings and committees.
- Collaborate with other community service providers to ensure patients have access to a full continuum of care.
- Facilitate referrals to other community-based organizations, inpatient/residential facilities, and alternative levels of care.
- Encourage introduction to various support activities, including recovery-oriented mutual support programs and other self-help groups.
- Seek and develop professional growth and activities.
- Maintain a professional relationship with patients, peers, other providers, and the community.
- Demonstrate excellence in both internal and external customer service.
- Articulate and ascertain HIPAA, client confidentiality, and corporate compliance.
- Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations (e.g., DHHS HRSA, NYSDOH) and accreditation standards (e.g., Joint Commission, NCQA-PCMH).
- Adhere to the National Patient Safety Goals.
- Complete other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Associates Degree in human services or healthcare related field.
- At least one (1) year of experience working with individuals with substance use and/or mental health disorders.
- Completion of an approved internship through a certified provider of educational services for New York State Office of Addictions Services and Supports (OASAS).
Skills
- Substance Use Disorder Treatment
- Mental Health Services
- Integrated Care
- Screenings
- Assessments
- Individual and Group Psychoeducation
- Referrals
- Treatment Planning
- Best Practices
- Harm Reduction Strategies
- Evidence-Based Treatment Approaches
- Electronic Health Record (EHR) Documentation
- HIPAA
- Client Confidentiality
- Corporate Compliance
- Customer Service
Location
- N/A
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- 1+ year experience
Education Level
- Associate's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree (Preferred)
Salary/Compensations
- $23.00 - $25.50 hourly
Benefits
- Generous time off
- Affordable health, dental and vision insurance
- 401k with safe harbor employer match
- Tuition reimbursement
- Term life insurance
- Commuter benefits
About the Company
- Whitney Young Health (WYH) is dedicated to providing high-quality healthcare that is affordable and accessible to our diverse community.
Equal Opportunity
- All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other legally protected status.