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Substance Abuse Counselor

Project Hospitality·New York

$24 - $32/hr·Full Time·On Site·2-5 yrs·Posted 1 month ago
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About the role

The CASAC Counselor provides substance abuse and relapse prevention counseling services within a residential unit during the overnight shift. Responsibilities include conducting screenings, managing a client caseload, and documenting all services in the AWARDS electronic records system.

Job DetailsJob Location

  • PREP
  • Center -
  • Staten
  • Island,
  • NY 10304Position
  • Type:
  • Full
  • TimeEducation
  • Level:
  • CASACSalary
  • Range: $23.63 - $31.87
  • HourlyJob
  • Shift:
  • OvernightTitle:
  • CASAC
  • Counselor or
  • CASAC-T
  • Overnight
  • Counselor
  • Reports to: Clinical Program Director The CASAC Counselor will conduct services within the PREP Center. CASAC counselor is responsible for the delivery of substance abuse and relapse prevention counseling services within the residential unit, overnight shift. The CASAC Counselor will document all services within AWARDS electronic records and billing system within 24 hours of service date. Documentation includes progress notes on all services, screening tools, service plans, intake assessment forms, group sign-in forms and group notes.
  • The
  • CASAC
  • Counselor responsibilities include: · Conduct pre-intake client screenings · Conduct alcohol and other drug withdrawal and drug use assessments and screenings · Complete a comprehensive assessment on each client · Maintains and coordinates a client caseload · Provide individual and group counseling · Document all client care services and maintain chart documentation, paperwork for referring agencies and outside support services · Conducts client orientation and discharge planning for clients · Coordinate care with external and internal providers/resources (i.e. court appointments, medical procedures, parole/probation) · In coordination with clinical team develop and implement a substance abuse and/or relapse prevention treatment plan for the client. · Develop and implement a substance abuse /relapse prevention and recovery related group curricula · Attend all appropriate meetings, participate in appropriate case conferences, treatment plan meetings · Supervise clients adherence to program rules and regulations · Perform various other tasks and responsibilities as appropriate and required · Perform necessary follow-up on clients' request for outside appointments, phone calls, home visits. Also responsible for discussing client outside activities as they relate to the clients' sobriety and or relapse.

Qualifications

  • CASAC or CASAC-T (pending CASAC certification) with HSD/GED or comparable credentials such as MSW, MHC, LMSW, LMHC required.
  • A thorough understanding of the disease of addiction and the impact it can have on the lives of our clients.
  • Knowledge of motivational interviewing and the stages of change as well as person-centered practices.
  • Theoretical knowledge of a client’s psychological and physical needs and an understanding of group work practices and principles needed.
  • Experience with OASAS portal, HCS, and LOCADTR process
  • Ability to work with Culturally Diverse, LGBTQ, HIV and homeless population
  • Knowledge of OASAS 822 outpatient program a plus. QualificationsQualifications
  • CASAC or CASAC-T (pending CASAC certification) with HSD/GED or comparable credentials such as MSW, MHC, LMSW, LMHC required.
  • A thorough understanding of the disease of addiction and the impact it can have on the lives of our clients.
  • Knowledge of motivational interviewing and the stages of change as well as person-centered practices.
  • Theoretical knowledge of a client’s psychological and physical needs and an understanding of group work practices and principles needed.
  • Experience with OASAS portal, HCS, and LOCADTR process
  • Ability to work with Culturally Diverse, LGBTQ, HIV and homeless population
  • Knowledge of OASAS 822 outpatient program a plus.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a CASAC or CASAC-T certification along with a high school diploma or a relevant degree such as an MSW or LMHC. Experience with the OASAS portal, HCS, and LOCADTR processes is required.

  • high school
  • professional certificate
  • postgraduate degree
  • Case Management
  • Treatment Planning
  • Crisis Intervention
  • Clinical Documentation
  • Individual Counseling
  • Group Counseling
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Discharge Planning
  • Person-Centered Practices
  • Substance Abuse Counseling
  • Relapse Prevention
  • Intake Assessment

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Salary
$24 - $32/hr
Location
New York
Posted
Jun 22, 2026
Application
Employer website
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Project Hospitality

Project Hospitality, a private not-for-profit organization based in Staten Island, New York, provides comprehensive services for hungry and homeless and inadequately housed people. As the only comprehensive homeless service provider in the borough of Staten Island, Project...

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IndustryNon-profit Organizations
TypeNonprofit
Size201-500 employees
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New York substance use counseling demand

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.

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