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About the Role
The Counselor Assistant is part of the multidisciplinary treatment team and works under the supervision of a Credentialed Alcoholism & Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC) or other Qualified Health Professional (QHP). This position assists the program and participants with needs and support.
Responsibilities
- Assist primary counselor in completing client admissions, individual counseling, group counseling, crisis intervention, treatment and discharge planning, and other clinical activities.
- Help maintain safety and security by monitoring cameras, searching client belongings, monitoring client activities, performing building checks, and practicing defensive driving.
- Assist with transportation of clients, room searches, and toxicology collection.
- Provide orientation of program services to all clients, including preparing rooms and client supplies for new admissions.
- Conduct routine rounds and document client observations in EMR.
- Participate in weekly clinical supervision meetings with the supervisor.
- Communicate shift change information to facilitate a smooth transition.
- Assist in completing pre-screenings and documenting in EMR.
- Document shift notes, opening notes, behavior incidents, client activity logs, discharges, and complete all NYS OASAS forms.
- Audit records and file information according to NYS OASAS requirements.
- Provide basic crisis response with team members.
- Attend and participate in meetings, Treatment Team, and trainings as requested by supervisor.
- Attend all mandatory staff meetings and in-service trainings.
- Maintain positive liaison relationships with other community agencies.
- Assist in general daily duties such as completing client laundry, placing linens in the pickup area, and cleaning kitchen/dishes.
- Assist in obtaining client meals and supervise clients in the day room during meals and their living areas.
- Perform light housekeeping, cleaning, and making beds.
- Maintain a logbook for cleaning/sanitizing the building.
- Receive and document deliveries, monitor inventory, and stock shelves.
- Abide by all Mission, program, and safety policies, procedures, and guidelines.
- Perform other duties assigned by supervisor.
Requirements
- Minimum of High School diploma or GED.
- Prior work experience in a substance use disorder treatment program preferred.
- Intermediate skills with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
- Current clean and valid New York State driver’s license preferred.
- Ability and commitment to the Ethical Principles of Substance Abuse Counselors.
- Enthusiastic support of our Mission Statement.
- Must obtain CPR certification within 90 days of hire and maintain current certification.
- Commitment to adhere to all established policies and procedures of the Addiction Stabilization Center.
- Agreement with Rescue Mission of Utica’s Mission Statement.
Skills
- Maintain a professional and approachable attitude.
- Meet deadlines.
- Ability to resolve conflict.
- Motivated self-starter.
- Ability to de-escalate crisis situations.
- Promote harmonious work relationships.
- Ability to work with little or no supervision.
- Work independently as well as a team player.
- Follow all established infection control policies.
- Manage client behaviors and contingency management.
- Prioritize tasks and respond to situations in a timely manner.
- Remain calm, patient, and professional in a fast-paced environment.
- Demonstrate effective verbal, written, and listening communication skills.
- Follow emergency procedures.
- Maintain confidentiality regarding clients.
- Preserve the integrity of the ASC program by enforcing rules, adhering to program schedule, and fostering a motivating environment.
- Demonstrates wisdom, good decision making, analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Lift/move up to 25lbs.
- Twisting at the torso in a stationary position.
- Bending at the waist using legs to lift heavy objects up to 25lbs.
- Bending at the waist to perform work at that level.
- Standing/sitting for extended periods.
- Walking up and down stairs.
- Typing on a computer and using a mouse.
- Walking through facility and campus.
Location
- Utica, NY
Work Type
- Full Time
- 36 hours per week
Experience Level
- Depending on experience
Education Level
- High School diploma or GED
Salary/Compensations
- $16.50-17.00 per hour
Benefits
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Life insurance
- 401(k)
- Voluntary benefits
- Paid time off
- Holidays
- Paid training
About the Company
- The Rescue Mission of Utica is an equal opportunity employer.
Equal Opportunity
- Encouraging individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply.