Job Description
- Conduct substance use and mental health assessments, utilizing standardized assessment tools and best practice techniques i.e. MI, EBP etc.
- Complete phone screenings and determine client's suitability to complete a clinical assessment.
- Coordinate intakes and medical appointments as necessary.
- Knowledge of all applicable screening tools; i.e. PHQ 2&9, DAST, MAST, Modified Mini Screen, etc.
- Works with Finance Department to ensure billing for APG services
- Work with Entitlement Department to ensure financial clearance
- Process client ID Card/Photo.
- Complete a Comprehensive Psycho-Social Assessment for clients entering the Program.
- Knowledge of the current LOCADTR 3.0
- Knowledge of Lighthouse to check for dual enrollment prior to admission,
- Completes timely reporting admissions and discharges on OASAS Client Data System PAS 44's and PAS 45's
- Working knowledge of Electronic Health Record; i.e. Nextgen and Avatar.
- Explain treatment service agreement include; program rules and regulations (orientation), policies and practices and obtains clients signatures
- Conduct monthly orientation groups that include all new admissions.
- Monitors and reconciles Census between Lighthouse/Central Registry and OASAS CDS.
- Pursue ongoing professional development relevant to the job position.
- Participate in clinical supervision regularly and interdisciplinary team meetings.
- Demonstrates understanding of appropriate use of treatment planning and clinical intervention
- Provides education and information to the client about alcohol and drug use disorder
- Maintains and updates referral services and resources that may be useful to our client population
- Conducts random toxicology testing for clients whenever necessary
- Other related duties as required or directed by the Supervisor.
- High School Diploma or GED required.
- Associate Degree preferred.
- Minimum of three (3) years' experience in a substance use disorder, mental health and/or social service setting.
- Valid unrestricted OASAS certification as a CASAC.
- Must obtain Mandated reporter (2 hours) training/certificate prior to hire date.
- Website info: https://nysmandatedreporter.org/TrainingCourses.aspx
- Must obtain training/certification within thirty (30) days of hire.
- Domestic Violence
- Infection Control BASIC (non-medical/nursing staff)
- HIV
- Child Abuse
- Tobacco Cessation
- Impaired Driver Screening and Assessment
- Must obtain training/certification during in-house orientation.
- Supporting Recovery with Medications Addictions Treatment (MAT)
- Must obtain SUD training/certificate within thirty (30) days of hire (if applicable)
- Screening, Brief Intervention and Referral to Treatment
- CASAC Canon of Ethics (6 hours)
- Confidentiality related to 42CFR (3 Hours)
- Excellent organizational, communication and time management skills
- Ability to work on a strong team of professionals in a culturally diverse environment
- Ability to multitask and to work and function under pressure