Vocational Instruction Project Community Services Inc.
Counselor (CASAC-T OR CASAC): Certified Position
Vocational Instruction Project Community Services Inc., Bronx, New York, United States, 10460
Please read the information in this job post thoroughly to understand exactly what is expected of potential candidates.Description:
*BRONX LOCATION *Sign-On Bonus $1,500-$2,500*
MUST BE CERTIFIED!
Perks Working for VIP:
Dress down FridaysDiscount on gym membershipTuition reduction rate on continuing educationAnnual holiday partyAnnual staff picnicMedical/ Dental/ 403(B)Transit discount for parking and MTAPlease visit www.vipservices.org to learn more.
POSITION TITLE: Counselor
REPORTS TO: Supervisor
POSITION SUMMARY: Under the direction and supervision of the Supervisor provides the development and management of coordinated counseling services to ensure optimum services are provided to clients.
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
· Provide clinical counseling services to assigned clients including initial assessment, treatment plan and discharge planning in accordance with departmental procedure and regulatory requirements.
· Participate in comprehensive interdisciplinary team treatment planning and activities as indicated or scheduled.
· Collaborate with other disciplines, and coworkers as needed in order to ensure client needs are met.
· Assist in the enforcement of program rules and regulations.
· Plan and manage the dissemination of program schedules and other information relative to events and activities.
· Monitor the collection of urine specimens and toxicology results.
· Manage telephone inquiries and provide program information, including information on alternative providers.
· Maintain up to date database of referral information and resources.
· Refer applicants to alternative services (e.g. Detoxification Units, Rehab Programs, etc.) as needed.
JOB COMPETENCY:
· Certified Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC) or (CASAC-T)
. Bachelor's degree with 1-2 years related experience, or Associate degree with 2-4 years related experience preferred. Certified Alcoholism
· Minimum of 1 year experience working with the substance abuse population.
· Minimum of 3 years experience working in the social services field.
· Excellent written and oral communication skills.
· Ability to read, write and speak the English language.
· Knowledge of computer programs.
· Excellent organizational skills.
· Ability to read, write and speak the Spanish language preferred.
VIP Community Services provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
PM20Requirements:
Compensation details:
47500-53000 Yearly Salary
PI3387b292b474-36310-30530658
*BRONX LOCATION *Sign-On Bonus $1,500-$2,500*
MUST BE CERTIFIED!
Perks Working for VIP:
Dress down FridaysDiscount on gym membershipTuition reduction rate on continuing educationAnnual holiday partyAnnual staff picnicMedical/ Dental/ 403(B)Transit discount for parking and MTAPlease visit www.vipservices.org to learn more.
POSITION TITLE: Counselor
REPORTS TO: Supervisor
POSITION SUMMARY: Under the direction and supervision of the Supervisor provides the development and management of coordinated counseling services to ensure optimum services are provided to clients.
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
· Provide clinical counseling services to assigned clients including initial assessment, treatment plan and discharge planning in accordance with departmental procedure and regulatory requirements.
· Participate in comprehensive interdisciplinary team treatment planning and activities as indicated or scheduled.
· Collaborate with other disciplines, and coworkers as needed in order to ensure client needs are met.
· Assist in the enforcement of program rules and regulations.
· Plan and manage the dissemination of program schedules and other information relative to events and activities.
· Monitor the collection of urine specimens and toxicology results.
· Manage telephone inquiries and provide program information, including information on alternative providers.
· Maintain up to date database of referral information and resources.
· Refer applicants to alternative services (e.g. Detoxification Units, Rehab Programs, etc.) as needed.
JOB COMPETENCY:
· Certified Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC) or (CASAC-T)
. Bachelor's degree with 1-2 years related experience, or Associate degree with 2-4 years related experience preferred. Certified Alcoholism
· Minimum of 1 year experience working with the substance abuse population.
· Minimum of 3 years experience working in the social services field.
· Excellent written and oral communication skills.
· Ability to read, write and speak the English language.
· Knowledge of computer programs.
· Excellent organizational skills.
· Ability to read, write and speak the Spanish language preferred.
VIP Community Services provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
PM20Requirements:
Compensation details:
47500-53000 Yearly Salary
PI3387b292b474-36310-30530658