Liberty Resources / Liberty POST·Oneida, New York
The specialist works with residents struggling with substance abuse disorders to help them achieve recovery goals. Responsibilities include conducting assessments, developing individual recovery plans, and maintaining the cleanliness of the residence.
Liberty Resources is seeking Per Diem Substance Use Residential Specialists at Maxwell House, an 18 bed community residence for adults living with chemical dependency in Oneida, NY.
Our employees have passion around the services they provide and our corporate values of excellence and staff support.
We pride ourselves on high quality, integrated, community-based services that meet the evolving needs of our communities.
We’re committed to building a diverse workforce that values contributions of all team members and work to recognize cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and how they apply to provision of positive health outcomes.
Liberty Resources is dedicated to providing a wide array of services and supports to help individuals live their best lives.
We value service, excellence, and responsibility, seeing opportunity where others see barriers to success.
We strive to create and sustain an inclusive environment where everyone feels a strong sense of belonging.
Why Us? HRSA grant approved site PSLF eligible Obtain CASAC hours Additional pay increase available
$22.11 per hour Substance Use Residential Specialist
The Substance Use Residential Specialist work with residents who are struggling with substance abuse disorder to achieve their recovery goals. Our team of outstanding professionals is dedicated to providing high quality services to individuals in Madison County. Substance Use Residential Specialist Job Responsibilities: Conducts initial assessments/screenings Maintains a caseload and assists assigned clients in the development and implementation of individual recovery plans. Provides chemical dependency evaluation, service planning and counseling as directed by the program supervisor and in accordance with individual client needs. Monitors and documents client interactions and behaviors. Functions as a member of an interdisciplinary team. Acts as a role model for residents of the program. Ensure upkeep and cleanliness of the residence. Substance Use Residential Specialist Qualifications: HS Diploma required. Bachelors or Associates and/or related experience preferred. Must possess a valid New York State driver’s license. Is sensitive to cultural differences and able to incorporate that understanding into service provision.
Liberty Resources is committed to creating a diverse inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Liberty Resources offers equal employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, parental status, housing status, source of income or military status, in accordance with applicable federal, state and local EEO laws.
A high school diploma is required, while a bachelor's or associate degree is preferred. Candidates must possess a valid New York State driver's license and demonstrate sensitivity to cultural differences.
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.