Outreach Development Corp.·Brentwood, New York
Provide supportive counseling and group facilitation for siblings of residents to help them understand addiction and manage emotions. Oversee the health and welfare of residents' families while collaborating with the treatment team to improve family dynamics.
Outreach is a non-profit organization that helps people address the issues stemming from substance use and behavioral health disorders by providing the highest quality, life-changing treatment, training and tools to build healthy lives. Our mission is to inspire individuals and families to achieve a life of unlimited potential. For more information, please visit www.opiny.org [http://www.opiny.org].
Position: Siblings Counselor
The Siblings Counselor is responsible for providing supportive counseling services to the siblings of the residents. The counselor is responsible for overseeing the health and welfare of residents' families. The counselor provides information about addiction and how to overcome addiction.
Job Scope
Facilitate siblings’ group to increase knowledge of addiction and create an active. Participation in the family process of growth and change.
Increase self-esteem and knowledge about anger and anger management.
Provide the opportunity and emphasize the importance of sharing feelings and instill hope.
Provide the opportunity for the children to understand that they are not alone, learn from peers, and become connected to a group in a fun/social/educational environment.
Create a feeling of safety, non-judgmental atmosphere and provide the children with time to be themselves, to feel special.
Role model appropriate behavior, model the importance of listening and good communication.
Forward assessments to supervisor to facilitate greater understanding of family dynamics.
Forward any significant information that may be needed for helping the treatment of the residents via the SAC book.
Prepare curriculum for group via surveying appropriate books, making copies, etc.
Assisting family department with assigned tasks as needed.
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This is a non-exempt position.
Requires a professional certification such as CASAC, LMSW, LMFT, or LMHC and at least one year of experience with substance abuse and adolescent mental health. Candidates should possess strong organizational skills and the ability to work with diverse populations.
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.