Description

Professional Medical Practice, P.C., is looking for an Alcohol and Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC-T, CASAC, CASAC2) to work in the medical department at the Sullivan County Jail located in Monticello, NY.

This position is Monday - Friday during normal business hours 8:00am - 4:30pm.

Salary Range $45,000 - $55,000.00

Job Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the clinical monitoring, coordination, and implementation of the behavioral health program in accordance with Company policies and procedures.
• Serve as the liaison between medical and facility staff as it pertains to Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT).
• Engage patient in therapeutic interventions with the goal of addressing substance use related concerns.
• Facilitate group and individual sessions with patients in the MAT program.
• Actively assist with the detection and prevention of patient suicide.
• Document all patient encounters in a timely manner utilizing the SOAPE note format.
• Assist and/or collaborate with facility staff regarding discharge planning for patients in the MAT program, where applicable.
• Facilitate/participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and/or case consultations with staff across disciplines.
• Participate as a member of the Quality Assurance Committee and any sub-committees. Assist in the establishment of Quality Assurance standards and audit criteria.
• Serve as a member of various committees within the medical unit and facility as necessary.

Benefits: Professional Care believes in offering a competitive compensation and benefits package to all their employees! Standard benefits for full-time employees include:

• Health care (i.e., medical, dental, vision, and elective health savings account (i.e. HSA).
• Elective options for life insurance, as well as short & long-term disability.
• Generous PTO, Floating Holiday, & Sick leave package.
• 401k retirement with discretionary company match.

For a full job description, please click here:

http://www.primecaremedical.com/wp-content/uploads/JD.NY-CASAC.pdf

Requirements

• Must be certified as an Alcohol and Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC-T, CASAC, CASAC2)
• Bachelor’s Degree / Master's Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or other related Human Services degree with a concentration in mental health course work.
• Minimum one (1) year clinical experience preferred.
• Effective communication skills
• Ability to function independently and demonstrating clinical competency
• Ability to gain trust of patients and build a working relationship