University of Rochester·Brighton, New York
The Substance Use Counselor 2 provides direct clinical services, including individual, group, and family therapy, and conducts substance use evaluations for individuals aged 15 and older with severe and persistent mental illness as part of an interdisciplinary team. This role involves evaluating drug and alcohol usage, determining the level of care, and documenting all interventions in compliance with policy.
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Job Location (Full Address): 2613 W Henrietta Rd, Suite A, Brighton, New York, United States of America, 14623
Time Type: Full time
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
UR - Day (United States of America)
Range: UR URC 211
$60,424.00 - $84,593.00
The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.
The Substance Use Counselor 2assigned to the Strong Ties Clinic Team is responsible for providing psychosocial assessment and treatment to individuals ages 15 and older who are severely and persistently mentally ill. Services are provided through participation on an interdisciplinary team designed to provide comprehensive, community based psychiatric care. The Substance Use Counselor 2 functions as a primary substance use disorders therapist providing direct clinical services including individual and group therapy, substance use evaluations, and treatment.
Schedule • m-Th 7: 30am-6pm, F: 7:30am-5pm
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Candidates must possess a Master's Degree in a human services-related discipline and be certified as a NYS Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC). A minimum of one year of related experience in a substance use disorder treatment setting is required, along with holding CASAC-T upon hire and achieving full CASAC certification within one year.
Market context
Behavioral health roles in New York are often in steady demand, especially for clinicians who can support diverse age groups and handle assessments or admissions. These positions can be competitive because employers commonly look for independent licensure, while also considering associate-level candidates with clear growth toward full licensure. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your licensure status and assessment experience before applying.