What are the responsibilities and job description for the Student Assistance Program Counselor position at CONTACT COMMUNITY SERVICES INC?
Position Title : Student Assistance Program Counselor
Location : New York
Open Date : 3 / 20 / 2024
Category : Social Services
Description :
Annual Salary - $ 58,500 - $60,000
Exempt Position
10.50-month position
school based counselor with paid summers off
General Summary
Student Assistance Program Counselors provide individual and group counseling, education, consultation and referral services to adolescents and their families participating in a school-based substance abuse prevention and early intervention program.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Interview and assess students and families in school, off-site or community setting, utilizing advanced specialized diagnostic skills and counseling techniques.
- Assess students to determine if Student Assistance Program Counselor can provide the necessary treatment indicated and / or refers client for services provided through other agencies depending on the nature and extent of the problem.
- Monitor, evaluate, and record client progress with respect to treatment goals.
- Collaborate with school support staff and community professionals to discuss and make recommendations for diagnosis and treatment of clients.
- Function as a mental health / substance abuse consultant for school staff and provide appropriate recommendations as necessary.
- Design and conduct educational groups, programs and awareness activities for students, school staff, parents and community groups to provide information about program services and promote substance use and mental health prevention.
- Prepare and maintain accurate, timely written and electronic case records in compliance with OASAS standards.
- Collect and report written and electronic school outcome data and compile monthly and quarterly reports as required by the funder.
- Participate in staff development and training programs.
- Participate in monthly peer consultation group meetings.
- Participate in and / or attends school functions i.e., Open House, school plays etc.
Education Requirements
Graduation from a regionally accredited college or university or one accredited by the New York State Board of Regents to grant degrees with a master's degree in social work, counseling, or closely related field (LMSW, LCSW, LMFT, LMHC). New York State license required, CASAC preferred.
Previous Experience Requirement
Post master's professional level work experience : Minimum (1) year or its part time equivalent, in mental health or substance abuse counseling
specialized formal interaction between a mental health professional and a client in which a
therapeutic relationship is established to resolve symptoms, stress, relationship or familial.
problems, difficulties in coping, etc. Experience in counseling which does not have.
interpersonal goals as the primary focus, such as academic, career, legal, financial, criminal
justice, rehabilitation, etc. is not considered as qualifying experience for this position.
Knowledge and Skills Needed to Perform Effectively in this Position.
Additional Requirements
Physical Dimensions (Job-related physical abilities an individual needs to possess to perform the job in a satisfactory manner)
Contact Community Services, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.
Full-Time / Part-Time : Full-Time
Exempt / Non-Exempt : Exempt
Shift : Days
We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Salary : $58,500 - $60,000