Health Therapist

$5,000 Sign-On Bonus

We are looking for a motivated Health Therapist to join our team! Applications are currently being accepted for CASAC-Ts, CASAC-P, CASACs, MHCs, LMSWs, LCSWs, and LMFTs. The ideal candidate will possess strong problem-solving skills, the ability to engage with a diverse population, and excellent documentation and organizational abilities.

Qualifications:

Applicants must have a CASAC-T, CASAC, MHC, LMSW, or LCSW certification.

Position Overview:

The counselor will be responsible for managing a caseload of patients admitted to the program. Responsibilities include conducting intake, assessments, orientation, developing treatment plans, offering referrals, providing individual and group counseling, case management, and ensuring proper reporting, record-keeping, and care coordination.

Responsibilities:

1. Manage and maintain an active caseload.
2. Conduct weekly individual and group counseling sessions (as assigned).
3. Perform assessments and intake procedures as needed.
4. Help develop clinical treatment plans that are culturally and linguistically appropriate to meet the needs of patients and their families.
5. Assist with weekly utilization reviews based on clinical and administrative protocols.
6. Support monthly skills-based workshops focused on chemical dependency.
7. Assist with reviewing, processing, and distributing incident reports per agency protocol.
8. Contribute to employee performance reviews as requested.
9. Help prepare for weekly case conferences and reviews.
10. Assist with intake and assessment processes.
11. Aid in clinical discharge planning.
12. Ensure the maintenance of 10 billable service units per day based on the caseload.
13. Record patient data in the NYC HRA STARS system as required.
14. Monitor patient toxicology testing.
15. Maintain a clean and organized work environment.

Job Types: Full-time, Per-diem

Benefits:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k)

Schedule:

• 8-hour or 10-hour shifts
• 5 days a week with one weekend shift

Location: Newfane, NY (15 minutes from Lockport, NY)
Experience: 1 year of addiction counseling (preferred)

Requirements:
Applicants must possess an active CASAC-T, CASAC, MHC, LMSW, or LCSW certification.