Samaritan Daytop Village·New York
The Substance Use Counselor manages a caseload of patients, providing individual and group counseling while coordinating services and maintaining documentation. They develop treatment plans and work collaboratively with patients and treatment teams to support recovery.
Overview Substance Use Counselor Healthcare staff can work anywhere….The BEST work with US! $31.31-$32.96 A nationally recognized comprehensive Health and Human Services Agency, with over 60 programs across New York City and greater New York Area.
Samaritan Daytop Village, serves over 33,000 New Yorkers annually within your neighborhoods and communities so our success depends on those we employ.
The Role Under general direction, the Substance Use Counselor is an integral member of the clinical team and serves as the primary counselor to a caseload of substance use disorder patients.
The SU Counselor will manage a caseload of patients, provide individual and group counseling, conduct an assessment, coordinate services, psycho-education, referrals, and keep all required documentation up to date.
This work is carried out in support of the mission and goals of Samaritan Daytop Village.
What You Will Do Develops a treatment plan in concert with the Program Director or Clinical Supervisor that reflects an understanding of specialized Track issues as related to the physical, medical, cognitive, and psychosocial needs and specific diagnosis. Uses a strengths-based and trauma-informed approach to work collaboratively with patients and internal and external treatment team members to help support patients in their treatment and recovery. Provides clinical consultation to referral resources, Mentors, family members, and others to help support patients in their recovery. Works closely with patients to engage them in the decision-making process and help them understand the benefits of assessment and accessing the appropriate level of care as indicated. Collects and reviews referral information upon assignment of patients from the referral source and consults with others as needed to support coordination of services and scheduling of patient interviews. Based on assessments, make referrals to the most appropriate programs and agencies in an effort to help patients access the right level of care to best meet their treatment needs. Assists patients with scheduling an admission or first appointment date at the program or facility where they are referred. Monitors patient access to and involvement with treatment and other providers to help address barriers to treatment and the recovery process.
Who You Will Be High School Diploma or Equivalent. OASAS CASAC-T or CASAC Certification. Minimum One-Two (1-2) years of related experience working with clients with Substance Use Disorder (SUD) preferably within an Opioid Treatment Program. Knowledge and/or training in Trauma Informed Care and various organizational treatment. Knowledge of and experience working with persons with co-occurring disorders. Knowledge of the laws regarding personnel and client information. #li-onsite
Candidates must have a High School Diploma or equivalent and OASAS CASAC-T or CASAC Certification, along with 1-2 years of experience working with clients with Substance Use Disorder. Knowledge of Trauma Informed Care and co-occurring disorders is also required.
Market context
In New York, substance use counselor roles are often tied to ongoing demand for outpatient, residential, and community-based behavioral health services. These positions are competitive because employers typically look for OASAS CASAC-T or CASAC certification, experience with clients with substance use disorder, and familiarity with trauma-informed care and co-occurring disorders. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then confirm your certification status and prepare examples of client support work before applying.
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