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Substance Abuse Counselor-(ESSHI) La Central

Comunilife Inc·New York

$55,000 - $65,000/yr·Full Time·On Site·2-5 yrs·
Posted 1 month ago
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About the role

The counselor will assess client needs, create patient-centered treatment plans, and provide individual, group, and family counseling. Responsibilities also include coordinating services, providing psychoeducation, and maintaining timely clinical documentation.

Job DetailsJob Location

  • Bronx,
  • NY 10455Position
  • Type:
  • Full
  • TimeEducation
  • Level: 4
  • Year
  • DegreeSalary
  • Range: $55,000.00 - $65,000.00
  • SalaryTravel
  • Percentage:
  • NoneJob
  • Shift:
  • DayJob
  • Category: Professional ServicesComunilife Inc. is looking for a Substance Abuse Counselor for its residential program in the Bronx, La Central. The Substance Abuse Counselor will assess clients’ needs, create patient-centered treatment plans, and provide individual, group, and family counseling. Responsibilities include assessments, coordination of services, psychoeducation, referrals, and appropriate documentation. The positions offers a generous benefit package including health insurance, dental, vision, dependent care, paid time off, 401(k), tuition assistance program and more.
  • Essential
  • Duties: Provide individual and substance use disorder counseling and referral services to the clients of La Central Residence Provide recovery-oriented psychoeducation and support services Document all services provided in a timely manner in accordance with Comunilife, funder, and regulatory requirements Maintain any/all required credentials and keep current with appropriate evidence-based and other clinical practices Work collaboratively in an inter-disciplinary team to ensure comprehensive, client-centered services are delivered and documented
  • QualificationsEducation and
  • Experience
  • Requirement(s): Graduate degree in Social Work; Public Administration; Business Administration or any related Knowledge and hands-on experience in providing direct services related to the treatment and recovery of persons with HIV/AIDS, substance abuse, serious mental illness, and homelessness Excellent oral and written communication skills; proficiency with MS Office and Google product suites Ability to perform and manage in a team approach; excellent interpersonal skills Ability to handle complex challenges and balance multiple demands on time and attention Ability and willingness to perform all duties as workload necessitates Comunilife is an EEO employer and 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.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a graduate degree in Social Work, Public Administration, Business Administration, or a related field. Experience providing direct services to individuals with substance abuse, HIV/AIDS, serious mental illness, and homelessness is required.

  • postgraduate degree
  • MS Office
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Treatment Planning
  • Crisis Intervention
  • Interdisciplinary Collaboration
  • Case Documentation
  • Substance Abuse Counseling
  • Psychoeducation
  • Mental Health Support
  • HIV/AIDS Care
  • Google Product Suites

Benefits

  • Dental Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • Health Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • 401(k)
  • Tuition Assistance Program
  • Dependent Care

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Salary
$55,000 - $65,000/yr
Location
New York
Posted
Jun 18, 2026
Application
Employer website
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Comunilife Inc

For 37 years, Comunilife (started in 1989) has been committed to improving the quality of life and creating a healthier tomorrow for New Yorkers with special needs in the Hispanic and broader communities, by providing culturally competent health and human services and a...

Salary listed on 16 jobs
IndustryMental Health Care
TypeNonprofit
Size201-500 employees
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New York ESSHI counselor role

In New York, substance abuse counselors serving ESSHI populations are often sought by organizations working with housing instability, behavioral health, and HIV/AIDS services. This role is competitive because it asks for a graduate degree and direct experience with substance abuse, HIV/AIDS, serious mental illness, and homelessness. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then tailor your application to show relevant direct-service experience.

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