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Form of workJob Type
Full-time
Description
BASIC FUNCTION: Coordinate the intake/admission process for substance use disorder treatment program, including opioid treatment, to ensure compliance with State/Federal Regulations. Provide education and training on HIV/AIDS to staff and clients. Special emphasis to be placed on risk reduction factors and primary management of HIV infection.
MAJOR DUTIES:
- Conducts clinical assessment with candidates and implements admissions criteria for direct admission.
- Complete all required consent forms.
- Serves as the liaison between referral sources during the admission process.
- Completes OASAS required reports.
- Receives phone referrals, sets up screening appointments and writes notes on assessment interviews.
- Works closely with mental health professional and medical staff in regards to clients' medical/psychological issues, relating to appropriateness for admission.
- Submits reports concerning the number of clients seen and disposition.
- Submits census reports indicating the number of clients on the waiting list, and the number of clients in the program, discharges, and new admissions.
- Maintains relationship through ongoing outreach with all potential referral sources.
- Provides overall health education, counseling and referral services for clients with HIV/AIDS with emphasis on risk prevention, tuberculosis, viral hepatitis, sexually transmitted diseases, and other communicable diseases.
- Performs other duties as requested or assigned.
SCHEDULE: Mon-Fri 7am-3pm; alt Sat 7:30am-12:30pm
SALARY: $45,000 - $50,000 / dependent on experience
LOCATION : NY, NY 10002
We offer excellent benefits including:
- Generous time off that includes 4 weeks of vacation
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Discounted Commuter benefits
- Life insurance & Long term disability
- Eligible for Federal Student Loan Repayment Program
- Training and other additional voluntary benefits
To join our diverse team, please include salary requirements with your resume/application submission. Please visit us at www.lesc.org EEO Minorities/Women/Disabled/Vet
Requirements
QUALIFICATION - EDUCATIONAL AND PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
• BA and/or a satisfactory equivalent combination of work experience, education and/or training and Certified Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC). Must be multi-culturally sensitive to the treatment needs of clients. Computer competent.
Salary Description
$45,000 - $50,000 / year dep. on experience
