casac - Queensbury, United States - Behavioral Health Services North Inc

Description

A Spanish version of this position is available upon request

In order to make an application, simply read through the following job description and make sure to attach relevant documents.

La version de esta posicion esta disponible en Español si es requerida

BHSN, one of the fastest growing organizations providing whole person care in the region, is in search of passionate individuals to join our rapidly growing team


Your role at BHSN:

As a CASAC at BHSN, you will assist individuals, couples, families, and community residents in developing and maintaining the coping skills and resources necessary to reduce and/or eliminate substance-related use concerns from their lives, as they continue to work towards a substance free lifestyle and their personal recovery goals.

What's in it for you?

Generous benefits, including personalized health coverage, paid time off, and holiday pay
Working within our community, making a real impact, working alongside passionate colleagues
Accessible leadership team, coaching for your growth, and ample training opportunities
As a rapidly growing organization, there are endless opportunities to grow within the organization
Community discounts, loan forgiveness & more

What your day might look like:
Provides supportive and educational individual, couples, family, and group counseling services
Documents all services in accordance with Federal and State regulations, as well as BHSN policies and procedures
Coordinates services, as necessary, with primary care providers, legal entities, psychiatrists/psychiatric nurse practitioners, mental health clinicians, and other chemical dependency treatment facilities for person-centered, holistic care that ensures people are receiving the services they need and at the level of care necessary to support them with their recovery
Develops and documents treatment plans, safety plans, and other related paperwork (e.g., screening tools; session notes; etcetera) in a timely manner
Performs alcohol and drug related oral and/or urine screenings
Supports individuals with community referrals to address their needs including, but not limited to transportation, linkage to other services, care coordination, care management, housing, and discharge planning


Your skills and qualifications:
Valid NYS Educational Department CASAC certification
Experience in or knowledge of addiction/chemical dependency field preferred
Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office software
Valid NYS driver's license, acceptable to insurance carrier, for required local travel
CPR certification required within 60 days of employment

EEO Statement:

BHSN is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and supports Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in its hiring and employment practices so that every team member can feel like they belong and be their authentic self to thrive in their personal and professional lives.

In order to do that, all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race (including traits historically associated with race, including but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles), creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, military status, sex, disability, genetic predisposition or carrier status, marital status, arrest record or status as a victim of domestic violence, familial status, gender/gender expression, reproductive health decisions, citizenship or immigration status or any other factor prohibited by law.