What are the responsibilities and job description for the Addictions Counselor 1 (McPike Addiction Treatment Center) position at New York Gov?
Review Vacancy
Date Posted: 10/13/23
Applications Due: 10/28/23
Vacancy ID: 141655
Position Information
Agency Addiction Services and Supports, Office of
Title Addictions Counselor 1 (McPike Addiction Treatment Center)
Occupational Category Health Care, Human/Social Services
Salary Grade 16
Bargaining Unit PS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Salary Range From $56550 to $71979 Annually
Employment Type Full-Time
Appointment Type Contingent Permanent
Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class
Travel Percentage 0%
Schedule
Workweek Other (see below)
"Other" Explanation 12:45 PM 9:15 PM
Week 1 Pass Days: Saturday/Sunday
Week 2 Pass Days: Thursday/Monday
Hours Per Week 40
Workday
From 12:30 PM
To 9:30 PM
Flextime allowed? No
Mandatory overtime? Yes
Compressed workweek allowed? No
Telecommuting allowed? No
Location
County Oneida
Street Address McPike Addiction Treatment Center
1213 Court Street
City Utica
State NY
Zip Code 13502
Job Specifics
Minimum Qualifications For permanent, competitive appointment, must be currently employed as an Addictions Counselor 1 or eligible for transfer.
For permanent, non-competitive appointment under the Civil Service Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement (HELP) Program, current registration as a Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC) in NYS.
NOTE: Applicants must possess and maintain current registration as a CASAC in New York State. Candidate must be eligible and maintain eligibility for full and unconditional participation in the Medicaid and Medicare programs. Failure to maintain certification and Medicaid/Medicare eligibility will result in the termination of employment.
Mandatory overtime (MOT) is a requirement of this position. Chosen candidate(s) will be added to the mandatory overtime roster, which is utilized on a rotating basis. The MOT is applied during times of emergency, when all other staffing options have been exhausted (volunteers, hourly staff, contracted staff). Our Addiction Treatment Centers (ATCs) operate 24/7/365 programing. Therefore, MOT IS an essential function of this position and is critical to maintaining adequate staffing at all times in order to ensure the health and safety of clients within the facility.
OASAS(ATCs) are Tobacco Free Facilities.
Duties Description The Addictions Counselor 1 serves as a member of the Addiction Treatment Centers (ATCs) multidisciplinary treatment team and works under the supervision of a higher-level Addictions Counselor or Licensed Master Social Worker performing duties related to the care and counseling of clients. Responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to the following:
Functions as a primary counselor for an assigned group or groups of clients managing all facets of clinical services and direct care.
Provides individual and group therapy and facilitates a variety of recreational, vocational, and social activities.
Interviews clients and reviews medical/psychiatric history; completes various assessments as part of treatment plan development
Monitors patient compliance with treatment goals.
Completes required client and facility documentation (both electronic and paper) adhering to applicable OASAS procedures and confidentiality regulations.
Provides orientation to the clients regarding the nature of the treatment facility, including its programs, activities, policies, and rules.
Provides Crisis Intervention.
Maintains relationships with vocational, educational, social services, probation, parole, referral agencies, and other community agencies associated with client rehabilitation to ensure continuity of services.
May communicate with insurance companies to obtain both preauthorization and recurring reviews.
Conducts routine rounds and documents observations; maintains a safe and therapeutic environment.
May transport clients using agency vehicles.
Participates in meal preparation and distribution.
Communicates shift change information as appropriate to facilitate smooth transition.
Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
Additional Comments Salary Range
$56,550 - $71,979
This position may be designated 55 b/c and is subject to verification of applicant eligibility.
Excellent Health Insurance Benefits Including Vision and Dental, NYS Employees Retirement System (Pension), Optional Deferred Compensation, Continuing Education Benefits, Generous Paid Leave Benefits, Compensation for 13 State holidays per year.
If you are employed by state government you may be able to receive loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF). The PSLF Program forgives the remaining balance on Direct Loans after 120 qualifying monthly payments have been made under a qualifying repayment plan while working full-time for a qualifying employer. For more information on PSLF, please visit www.studentAid.gov/publicservice .
Background Investigation Requirements:
Prospective appointees will be: 1) Checked against the Staff Exclusion List (SEL) maintained by the Justice Center for the Protection of People with Special Needs. Prospective employees whose names appear on the SEL as having been found responsible for serious or repeated acts of abuse or neglect will be barred from appointment and may have their names removed from the eligible list(s) for the title(s) if applicable. 2) Investigated through a Criminal Background Check (CBC) that includes State and federal Criminal History Record Checks. All convictions must be reported; conviction of a felony or misdemeanor, or any falsified or omitted information on the prospective appointees employment application may bar appointment or result in removal after appointment. Each case will be determined on its own merits, consistent with the applicable provisions of State and federal laws, rules, and regulations. Prospective employees will be fingerprinted in order to obtain a record of their criminal history information, and may be required to pay any necessary fees. 3) Screened against the Statewide Central Register of Child Abuse and Maltreatment (SCR). Prospective employees may be required to pay any necessary fees. Additionally, prospective employees whose names are indicated on the SCR may be barred from appointment.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Contact Information
Name Bureau of Human Resources Management
Telephone (518) 457-2963
Fax (518) 457-4880
Email Address Recruitment@oasas.ny.gov
Address
Street NYS Office of Addiction Services and Supports
1450 Western Avenue, 4th Floor
City Albany
State NY
Zip Code 12203
Notes on Applying If interested in this position, please send your resume to recruitment@oasas.ny.gov.
Please be sure to include Reference Code BG/AC1/24665/McPike. Failure to include this code could result in your application not being processed.
Salary : $56,550 - $71,979
