Substance Use Specialist (Coney Island, Ny)

Concern Housing offers a generous benefit package which includes; Medical Insurance (Agency pays 80% of the premium), Affordable Voluntary Dental and Vision Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Agency Sponsored Retirement Plan, Employee Sponsored 403(b) Retirement Plan, Agency Sponsored Life Insurance Coverage and an Excellent Paid Time Off Package. Concern encourages employee growth, offering Educational Assistance and Scholarship Programs, Licensure Reimbursement and Possible Internship/Clinical Supervision. Referral Bonuses are also available!
Position: Substance Use Specialist
Location: Coney Island, NY (Surf Vets)
Schedule: Monday and Thursday 1pm-9pm and 9am-5pm Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday
Salary: $57,500-$60,000yr.
Concern Housing is seeking a Substance Use Specialist who will be responsible for providing support and assisting the supportive tenants recovering from Substance Use issues at various stages of change.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Meeting with supportive tenants to evaluate their Substance Use and readiness for change
Identifying issues and helping the supportive tenants create recovery plans, in conjunction with Surf Vets Place support staff
Providing recovery-based education to Supportive tenants and staff utilizing OASAS best practices.
Teaching coping mechanisms and relapse prevention skills
Leading group/individual sessions
Referring the supportive tenants to veteran specific support groups in the community
Assessment, evaluation and intervention
Crisis Intervention
Reporting and record keeping
Consultation with other professionals
Setting up aftercare plans when necessary
Meeting with family members and providing guidance and support whenever necessary
Other duties as assigned by Program Director and Supervisor
Remain current with all Agency required compliance documents and trainings
Requirements: Requires a Bachelor's degree or CASAC plus 2 years' experience in Social Work or other mental health environment. Valid driver's license preferred.
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