Addiction Counselor

Catholic Charities of Long Island models the love of Jesus by offering dignified and compassionate care to poor and vulnerable neighbors of every faith and background. In-person service at more than 50 sites throughout Nassau and Suffolk counties is inspired by the Gospel call affirming the sacredness of every human life.

CCLI is looking for a full time Addiction Treatment Counselor with a generous heart and a desire to contribute to the well-being of others to carry out our mission on Long Island. By joining our team, you will share in the joy of providing “care with dignity and life with hope.”

Responsibilities:

• Conduct individual and family sessions, provide psycho-education to clients, screen and assess clients, offer treatment planning and discharge planning.
• Perform intake and admission activities for clients accepted for admission based on the regulations of the OASAS Part 820.
• Maintain client chart documentation.
• Provide client education on medication assisted treatment and Narcan administration.
• Complete all regulatory reporting as per the OASAS Part 820, following admissions and discharge policies. 
• For DASAC: oversee CASAC Trainees and CASAC-T Trainee Interns, and review program documentation as a qualified health professional.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED; Associate’s a plus.
• Must have CASAC or CASAC-T.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of the multidisciplinary team.
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) a plus.
• Valid NYS Driver’s license.
• Computer skills.

Work Schedule:  Monday - Friday   8am - 4pm 

Rate of Pay:  $28 per hour = CASAC     $23 per hour = CASAC-T

This rate of pay serves as a good faith estimate. Actual pay is based on a number of factors which may include a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies, experience and work location. The salary range or rate listed does not include any differential pay or other forms of compensation, such as the value of benefits, which may be applicable to this position.