RiseWell Community Services·Copiague, New York
The Substance Abuse Counselor will provide therapeutic groups and individual interventions to support members in growth and recovery, taking responsibility for substance abuse treatment within the program. This role requires working as part of an interdisciplinary team and completing all required documentation within 48 hours while complying with program and OMH regulations.
RiseWell Community Services is seeking a compassionate Full-Time Substance Abuse Counselor to join our team at our PROS (Personalized Recovery Oriented Services) .
In this role, the Substance Abuse Counselor will provide therapeutic groups and individual interventions to assist members in growth and recovery.
Responsible for substance abuse treatment in program.
Work as part of an interdisciplinary team.
Complete all required documentation within a 48 hour period and complies with program and OMH regulations.
RiseWell’s Personalized Recovery Oriented Services program provides personalized attention, wellness classes, and intensive support to help individuals with a mental health diagnosis avoid relapses in both mental health and substance abuse recovery. Services are offered both on-site and in the community, and are tailored to assist members in achieving their unique personal goals (for example, employment and education).
CASAC or Masters in Social Work or Mental Health Counseling or related field preferred. NYS licensed preferred. At least one year of experience in mental health and substance abuse treatment. A valid and clean NY State driver license, fingerprinting, criminal record check, and approval from NYS Office of Mental Health.
If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of others and want to be part of a dedicated team at RiseWell Community Services, we invite you to apply today.
RiseWell Community Services provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Founded in 1972, RiseWell Community Services (RiseWell) is an innovative, multi-service, community-based social wellness agency. We are a major provider of health and wellness services, senior and children’s care, addiction recovery services, as well as affordable housing and support. RiseWell continues to serve thousands of community members across Suffolk, Nassau, Queens, Brooklyn, Bronx, and Manhattan.
RiseWell has developed innovative, successful programs that are designed to meet the needs of vulnerable populations, such as individuals in recovery, those living with chronic medical conditions, adult home residents, the homeless, low-income seniors, and at-risk children
For more information about RiseWell Community Services, please visit our website https://www.risewell.org/
Candidates should ideally possess a CASAC or a Master's degree in Social Work, Mental Health Counseling, or a related field, along with NYS licensure being preferred. A minimum of one year of experience in both mental health and substance abuse treatment is required, along with a valid NY State driver's license and necessary approvals from the NYS Office of Mental Health.
Market context
In New York, Substance Abuse Counselors are often sought in community health, behavioral health, and harm-reduction settings, where experience with substance use and HIV services is especially relevant. This role is competitive because employers typically look for a CASAC-T or a related bachelor’s degree, plus hands-on experience in client support and recovery-focused care. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, and tailor your application to show direct harm-reduction experience and certification status.
