Liberty Resources / Liberty POST·Oneida, New York
Provide direct clinical services, including evaluations and counseling, to adults with chemical dependency in a residential setting. Manage admissions, discharges, and daily documentation while maintaining the cleanliness of the residence.
Liberty Resources is seeking a Substance Use Counselor for our Next Step Apartments program supporting 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.
Competitive Compensation and Paid Time Off Package Medical/Dental/Vision Coverage 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan Continuing Education Opportunities PSLF Eligible A Collaborative and Supportive Team Atmosphere Family-Friendly Workplace
The Substance Use Counselor provides direct care and clinical services to clients in a community residential setting, including coverage per the staffing plan and overnight shifts as required of both Maxwell House and Next Step programs. Responsibilities include admissions, evaluations, discharges, individual and group counseling, documentation, and incident reporting in accordance with agency and program standards.
Provides chemical dependency evaluation, service planning and counseling and evaluation as directed by program supervisor, and in accordance with individual client needs. Monitors client interaction and behaviors. Provides a role model for the program participants. Writes nightly summary log and appropriately reports to Program Supervisor. Responsible for contributing to the upkeep and cleanliness of the residence. Completes all required documentation, in timelines in accordance with program standards. Provides coverage of Maxwell House and Next Step residential programs as reflected in the staffing plan, including overnights as needed.
HS Diploma required. Bachelors or Associates and/or related experience preferred. Must possess a valid New York State driver’s license.
$24.03/hour
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.
Market context
In New York, substance use counselor roles are often tied to ongoing demand for outpatient, residential, and community-based behavioral health services. These positions are competitive because employers typically look for OASAS CASAC-T or CASAC certification, experience with clients with substance use disorder, and familiarity with trauma-informed care and co-occurring disorders. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then confirm your certification status and prepare examples of client support work before applying.
