Delphi Rise is a not-for-profit behavioral health organization that has been a pillar of our community since 1974. We pride ourselves on providing a continuum of substance use services including treatment, school-based counseling and education, housing, supports for individuals returning from incarceration, and Health Home care management services. We are committed to equity and inclusion, and to supporting the professional development and well-being of our talented employees.
Description:
The Substance Use Disorder Counselor is responsible for providing culturally competent, trauma-informed, person-centered care in our OASAS licensed outpatient clinic program. We also provide the only 24/7 Open Access program in Monroe County. The Counselor will be responsible for providing substance use evaluations; individual, family and group counseling services; and human-centered supports
The ideal candidate will be well informed of, and comfortable applying, both harm reduction and abstinence-based recovery models.
We are looking for an individual committed to lifelong learning as part of a team that includes the following: Medical staff offering Medication Assisted Treatment, Peer advocates, Health Home Care Management, and Reentry supports.
This is a full time (35-hour) per week position requiring a Monday through Friday schedule, with very generous benefits and flexible hours. This position reports to the Clinical Director.
DUTIES:
- Provide services to individuals with a history of substance use disorder and related challenges in both the Outpatient and Open Access programs.
- Conduct substance use disorder assessments and make recommendations for an initial plan of care engaging the client to fully develop a personalized recovery plan.
- Maintain documentation of client assessments and progress according to OASAS clinical standards.
- Address barriers and social conditions that are impacting sustained recovery through community partnerships, and referrals to health and social service organizations.
- Offer recovery support resources and comprehensive transition planning following an episode of care.
- Maintain client confidentiality and ethical conduct in accordance with Delphi Rise’s compliance plan.
- Attend and actively participate in weekly staff meetings and multi-disciplinary team meetings.
- Attend trainings, workshops, and clinical supervision to keep current with best practices, techniques, and professional development.
- Utilize and document the use of evidenced based curriculum in counseling.
- Complete evaluations, treatment requests, and progress reports for eligibility determinations for Monroe County Social Services.
- Conduct Impaired Driver Evaluations.
- Any other task, which may be required.
QUALIFICATIONS: The minimum requirements for this position are a Bachelor’s degree with a Master’s degree preferred. We are also seeking a Credentialed Alcohol and Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC) or other Qualified Healthcare Professional (QHP), or a minimum of five years of experience in counseling, and eligible and working towards QHP. A strong track record of positive experiences working with individuals with mental health needs and/or criminal justice backgrounds is desirable.
Delphi Rise is an inclusive, welcoming organization and we actively encourage diverse candidates to apply. All qualified applicants, including minorities, women, protected veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer always.
