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    Addictions Counselor 1 - Ovid, United States - StateJobsNY

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    StateJobsNY Ovid, United States

    2 weeks ago

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    Description
    Incumbents must be a Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC) in New York State.


    NOTE:
    Applicants must possess current registration as a Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC) in New York State. Candidate must be eligible and maintain eligibility for full and unconditional participation in the Medicaid and Medicare programs. Failure to maintain certification and Medicaid/Medicare eligibility will result in the termination of employment.

    Mandatory overtime (MOT) is a requirement of this position. Chosen candidate(s) will be added to the mandatory overtime roster, which is utilized on a rotating basis.

    The MOT is applied during times of emergency, after the agency has made a good faith effort to have overtime covered and all other staffing options have been exhausted (volunteers, hourly staff, contracted staff).

    Our Addiction Treatment Centers (ATCs) operate 24/7/365 programing.

    Therefore, MOT IS an essential function of this position and is critical to maintaining adequate staffing at all times in order to ensure the health and safety of clients within the facility.

    OASAS Addiction Treatment Centers (ATCs) are Tobacco Free Facilities.


    Duties Description The Addictions Counselor 1 serves as a member of the Addiction Treatment Center's (ATC's) multidisciplinary treatment team and works under the supervision of a higher-level Addictions Counselor or Licensed Master Social Worker performing duties related to the care and counseling of clients.

    Responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to the following:


    • Functions as a primary counselor for an assigned group or groups of clients managing all facets of clinical services and direct care.
    • Provides individual and group therapy and facilitates a variety of recreational, vocational, and social activities.
    • Interviews clients and reviews medical/psychiatric history; completes various assessments as part of treatment plan development
    • Monitors patient compliance with treatment goals.
    • Completes required client and facility documentation (both electronic and paper) adhering to applicable OASAS procedures and confidentiality regulations.
    • Provides orientation to the clients regarding the nature of the treatment facility, including its programs, activities, policies, and rules.
    • Provides Crisis Intervention.
    • Maintains relationships with vocational, educational, social services, probation, parole, referral agencies, and other community agencies associated with client rehabilitation to ensure continuity of services.
    • May communicate with insurance companies to obtain both preauthorization and recurring reviews.
    • Conducts routine rounds and documents observations; maintains a safe and therapeutic environment.
    • May transport clients using agency vehicles.
    • Participates in meal preparation and distribution.
    • Communicates shift change information as appropriate to facilitate smooth transition.
    • Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
    Additional Comments Salary Range
    $58,247 - $74,135**Plus $575 Inconvenience Pay

    This position may be designated 55 b/c and is subject to verification of applicant eligibility.

    This title is part of the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide Program (NY HELPS).


    For the duration of the NY HELPS Program, this title maybe filled via a non-competitive appointment, which means no examination is required but all candidates must meet the minimum qualifications of the title for which they apply.

    At this time, agencies may recruit and hire employees by making temporary appointments.

    In May 2024, if a temporary NY HELPS employee is satisfactorily performing in the position, the appointment will be changed from temporary pending Civil Service Commission Action to permanent non-competitive and the official probationary period will begin.


    At a future date (within one year of permanent appointment), it is expected employees hired under NY HELPS will have their non-competitive employment status converted to competitive status, without having to compete in an examination.

    Employees will then be afforded with all of the same rights and privileges of competitive class employees of New York State.

    While serving permanently in a NY HELPS title, employees may take part in any promotion examination for which they are qualified.


    If you are employed by state government, you may be able to receive loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF).

    The PSLF Program forgives the remaining balance on Direct Loans after 120 qualifying monthly payments have been made under a qualifying repayment plan while working full-time for a qualifying employer.

    For more information on PSLF, please visit .


    Excellent Health Insurance Benefits Including Vision and Dental, NYS Employees Retirement System (Pension), Optional Deferred Compensation, Continuing Education Benefits, Generous Paid Leave Benefits, Compensation for 13 State holidays per year.


    Background Investigation Requirements:


    Prospective appointees will be: 1) Checked against the Staff Exclusion List (SEL) maintained by the Justice Center for the Protection of People with Special Needs.

    Prospective employees whose names appear on the SEL as having been found responsible for serious or repeated acts of abuse or neglect will be barred from appointment and may have their names removed from the eligible list(s) for the title(s) if applicable.

    2) Investigated through a Criminal Background Check (CBC) that includes State and federal Criminal History Record Checks.

    All convictions must be reported; conviction of a felony or misdemeanor, or any falsified or omitted information on the prospective appointee's employment application may bar appointment or result in removal after appointment.

    Each case will be determined on its own merits, consistent with the applicable provisions of State and federal laws, rules, and regulations.

    Prospective employees will be fingerprinted in order to obtain a record of their criminal history information and may be required to pay any necessary fees.

    3) Screened against the Statewide Central Register of Child Abuse and Maltreatment (SCR). Prospective employees may be required to pay any necessary fees. Additionally, prospective employees whose names are indicated on the SCR may be barred from appointment.

    Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

    Name Bureau of Human Resources

    Telephone

    Fax

    Email Address

    Address

    Street 1450 Western Avenue

    4th Floor

    City Albany

    State NY

    Zip Code 12203


    Notes on Applying If interested in this position, please send your resume to and use reference code BK/AC1/28671/DVD in the subject line of your email.

    Failure to use this code in your submission may result in your application not being processed.


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