The Educational Alliance Inc.
Clinical Counselor Outpatient Services
hace 2 meses
New York
Job Description Job Title: Clinical Counselor Outpatient Services - Part-Time Division - Department: Center for Recovery and Wellness Job Classification: Part-Time, Non-Exempt, Union L-215 Schedule: 20-29 hours per week, two late days required. Center for Recovery and Wellness is part of Educational Alliance (EA), which brings together diverse communities in Lower Manhattan, offering individuals and families high-quality, multigenerational programs and services that enhance their well-being and socioeconomic opportunities. One of New York City’s original settlement houses, EA was founded in 1889 to offer educational, social, and cultural services to Jewish immigrants arriving to the Lower East Side. Today, EA partners with diverse communities throughout Lower Manhattan. Across our network of community centers, we empower people of all backgrounds to flourish, recognizing the intrinsic value within each individual and the importance of building community. JOB PURPOSE Counsel and aid individuals who have substance use disorders in a New York State OASAS-certified outpatient treatment program. Utilizing a person-centered and trauma-informed lens, individualized assessment and counseling (telehealth or virtual) services are delivered in Project Contact at the Center for Recovery and Wellness, in addition to offsite service locations. SCOPE OF INFLUENCE • Provide trauma-informed individual therapy and group counseling to adolescents and adults with substance use diagnoses., • Provide family counseling and significant other services., • Partner with referral sources, providing regular updates and progress on clients. Clinical Services and Documentation (80%) • Provide caseloads with weekly individual case management and counseling sessions consistent with the individualized treatment plan., • Continuously assess the appropriateness of the current level of treatment, corresponding with LOCADTR and utilization review instruments., • Coordinate integrated services with medical, mental health, vocational, recovery services, and other social service providers., • Complete detailed progress notes, comprehensive treatment plans, intake/admission assessments, psychosocial assessments, discharge plans, and other required documentation in accordance with OASAS and CARF standards., • Maintain accurate and organized clinical charts, engaging in pre-audits of charts to ensure compliance with OASAS, managed care, and CARF standards., • Send weekly, monthly, and quarterly reports to HRA through the Substance Abuse Tracking and Reporting System., • Specimen collection for clients and monitors for treatment-related issues in order to update the treatment plan, • Check the toxicology reporting portal daily to ensure any positive toxicology reports are communicated to supervisory staff, documented, and addressed with the client., • Coordinate integrated services with medical, mental health, housing, vocational, recovery services, and other social service providers., • Facilitation of individual and group-level interventions during other clinician vacations or leave, • Ensure that clients’ annual medical examinations are completed, with associated referrals as needed., • Contact referent and/or family contacts upon admission of new clients in a timely manner and provide written or oral clinical updates as needed., • Outreach to referral sources to expand the network of clients., • Attend staff meetings and trainings as required, as well as individual and group supervision., • Perform special projects and other duties as assigned., • Complete detailed progress notes, comprehensive treatment plans, intake/admission assessments, psychosocial assessments, discharge plans, and other required documentation in accordance with OASAS and CARF standards., • Maintain accurate and organized clinical charts, engaging in pre-audits of charts to ensure compliance with OASAS, managed care, and CARF standards., • Send weekly, monthly, and quarterly reports to HRA through the Substance Abuse Tracking and Reporting System., • Specimen collection for clients and monitors for treatment-related issues in order to update the treatment plan, • Check the toxicology reporting portal daily to ensure any positive toxicology reports are communicated to supervisory staff, documented, and addressed with the client., • Coordinate integrated services with medical, mental health, housing, vocational, recovery services, and other social service providers., • Facilitation of individual and group-level interventions during other clinician vacations or leave, • Ensure that clients’ annual medical examinations are completed, with associated referrals as needed., • Contact referent and/or family contacts upon admission of new clients in a timely manner and provide written or oral clinical updates as needed., • Master's Degree in a mental health discipline (MSW, MHC, etc.), and either licensed in the state of New York or working under a limited permit and eligible for licensure., • CASAC credentialing (Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor) or CASAC-T with a bachelor's degree in a human services-related field and a minimum of 2 years’ experience working in a substance use program., • A qualified healthcare professional is required., • Possess a demonstrated ability to deliver patient treatment, including communication skills, successful engagement in specialized human services training, understanding of human interaction and personality development, and the ability to write and record case documentation., • Familiar with Regulatory Agency/OASAS Regulations regarding the operation and practices of patient care., • An understanding of group dynamics is essential., • Must be computer-literate with knowledge of Microsoft Office applications., • Competent in electronic health records that support treatment plans and case notes such as AURA Relias, Netsmart, and AWARDS (willing to learn new systems)., • Excellent verbal and written communication skills., • Ability to multitask and handle challenging situations in a professional and courteous manner, • Being bilingual in any language is a plus., • Self-motivated, • Ability to work professionally and empathetically with a diverse group of clients and staff. These physical demands are representative of the physical requirements necessary for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations can be made to enable people with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position, which are reviewed in each individual case. While performing the responsibilities of the role, the employee is required to talk and hear. The employee is often required to sit and use his or her hands and fingers to handle or feel. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, reach with arms and hands, climb or balance, and to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Vision abilities required by this job include close vision. Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those a teammate encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. • Moderate noise (i.e. business office with computers, phones, and printers; moderate traffic)., • Ability to work in an open or confined area, • Team Player, • Flexible, • Adaptable, • Communication, • Planning and organizing, • Generous PTO Policy, • Competitive Salary, • Medical & Dental Insurance, • Pension Plan, • 403b Retirement Plans, • Discount Perks for Movies, Broadway Shows, Amusement Parks, etc., • Free Gym Membership to our Manny Cantor Center Gym & 14TH ST Y Gym The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required for this position. EEO Info Educational Alliance is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, marital status, disability status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. For further information about Educational Alliance, please visit
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