Cayuga Health System·City of Ithaca, New York
The counselor is responsible for treating substance use and mental health disorders through evidence-based counseling and individualized treatment planning. They collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to provide comprehensive care, including screenings, intake, and facilitating psychoeducational groups.
Counselor ll - Licensed Mental Health or CASAC-Credentialed Substance Use Disorder Counselor When two established local health systems unite as one collaborative network, healthcare becomes so much more.
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Job Summary The Licensed Mental Health or CASAC-Credentialed Substance Use Disorder Counselor is responsible for treating and promoting recovery from the effects of substance use, mental health disorders, and other behavioral healthcare issues. This role collaborates with a multidisciplinary treatment team to ensure comprehensive, high quality, and client-centered care.
Maintain a client caseload delivering evidence based counseling in supporting client's recovery and mental wellness goals. Perform essential counseling responsibilities including screenings, intake and orientation, evaluation and intervention, treatment planning, referrals, crisis intervention, counseling, patient education, case management, reporting and record keeping Facilitate psychoeducational groups ranging from small group coaching to didactic sessions Exhibit exemplary knowledge of the biopsychosocial process of substance use disorders/recovery, behavioral health, self-help group processes, and principles of counseling. Implement existing curricula to engage clients in goal setting and individualized treatment planning Participate as a collaborative member of the Interdisciplinary Treatment Team and attend team meetings Maintain regular communication with team members, external providers, and staff to ensure coordinated service delivery Knowledge of addiction/recovery, behavioral health, self-help group process and principles of counseling. Document group notes, individual session notes, and clinical visit summaries in EPIC EMR in accordance with regulatory requirements
Any one of the following licenses or credentials: Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC) Licensed mental health practitioner (including permit eligible) Licensed social worker (including permit eligible)
Bachelor's degree in human services or related field; or equivalent combination of education and SUD experience total 4 years. QHP status required (see above Qualifications section). Two years employment experience in the Human Services field. A basic understanding of addiction and recovery issues. Knowledge of basic counseling techniques, including treatment planning is essential. Working knowledge of motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral therapy, strength-based principle of treatment and an individualized approach to treatment.
Master's degree with 4+ years SUD experience. Provisional CASAC, CASAC or other QHP.
Frequent hand and finger use (e.g., to operate a computer keyboard). Lifting and carrying items up to 40 lbs. (e.g., boxes, equipment), with or without reasonable accommodation. Ability to stoop, kneel, or crouch for tasks such as retrieving items from lower shelves or filing in low drawers. Ability to sit, stand, or walk for extended periods, as the position may require. Capacity to operate job-related equipment, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Standard rate of $24.00 - $30.00 per hour plus benefits
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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.