Working with a non-profit client in Nassau Country seeking a CASAC Counselor. CASAC Counselor are to provide intervention to clients with substance abuse and addiction. Duties consist of assessment, crisis intervention and treatment plans.
Responsibilities:
- Provide counseling services in the form of individual, group or family sessions.
- Advocate on behalf of program participants to ensure they receive the proper treatment plans.
- Ensure all relevant case related information and assessment of the clients progress and treatment sessions are inputted into a specific database.
- Provide treatment plans for family members or other individuals related to the client.
- Provide coverage in emergency situations and crisis intervention.
Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or educational equivalent required.
- Two year experience in social services and addiction services required.
- CASAC Certification.
- Bilingual a plus.
- Good organization and computer skills required.
- Flexibility to work on occasional weekend.
