What are the responsibilities and job description for the Addiction Treatment Counselor/Therapist-Aftercare/Discharge position at Crouse Hospital?
Since 1887, Crouse Health has been a leading healthcare provider located in Central New York. We’ve combined a family-friendly culture with a passion to provide the best care, which creates an environment where both patients and team members feel valued. Crouse’s Addiction Treatment team at Erie Boulevard provides a comprehensive system of assessment and outpatient treatment services for individuals with substance use disorders by integrating physical, mental and spiritual healthcare practices for patients and families. The Addiction Treatment team is hiring an Addiction Treatment Counselor/Therapist to work Monday-Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm with other shifts assigned
Pay Range: $25.61-32.01/hour
Addiction Treatment Counselor/Therapist Position Responsibilities:
- Performs assessments which include the identification of cultural differences in planning for patient care.
- Provides person centered treatment to a diverse patient caseload including individual and group counseling
- Incorporates knowledge of evidence based and promising practices into all facets of interaction with patients.
- Demonstrates competency in the provision of service.
- Formulates diagnostic impressions.
- Determines the appropriate level of care.
- Provides appropriate referral for follow-up and facilitates referrals for needed services.
- Document client notes clearly, concisely and according to policy.
Addiction Treatment Counselor/Therapist Position Requirements:
- Associate’s degree in a related field required.
- 3 years of addiction counseling experience.
- Years of experience can be substituted with a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a related field.
- OASAS QHP or CASAC designation required
Benefits Overview:
- Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, and 401K.
- Company paid life insurance.
- Tuition Assistance and Workforce Development Opportunities.
- Crouse Health Employee Assistance Program.
- Employee discounts on any Inpatient or Outpatient service, hospital cafeteria and pharmacy, and certain retailers.
- YMCA Subsidy program.
Salary : $26 - $32
