Addiction Case Manager Men's Residential (CASAC-T)

Job Description

Job Description

Support the ACCA's mission, vision, and values by exhibiting the following behaviors : excellence and competence, collaboration, innovation, respect, professionalism, communication, commitment to our community, and accountability and ownership.

Primary Purpose :

Provide substance abuse stabilization and rehabilitation counseling services to clients in accordance with OASAS and Agency rules and regulations in an inpatient setting.

Responsibilities :

• Participates in screening of clients, gathering of necessary admission information / data, and observation of physical, mental, and emotional status of admitted clients.
• Works cooperatively with the Program Manager to meet the rehabilitation treatment needs of each client. Must assume a rotating caseload.
• Provides individual and group counseling sessions to residents, this includes motivation, support, and encouragement for client goals.
• Collects urine drugs screens and breathalyzer testing for Residential clients. Prepares all paperwork related to routine and random urine and drug screens.
• Monitors clients for medical, mental health, safety and security issues. Monitors client medication schedules, following program procedure and protocols.
• Dispenses medications and preforms med counts on each shift change as needed.
• Prepares all treatment plans, and discharge plans. Assumes responsibility for managing and reporting incidents.
• Participates in weekly Case Conferences and resident meetings including team meetings. Attends required staff meetings and trainings.
• May be required to work in other residential buildings and ACCA locations as needed.
• Make calls to local ambulance service, fire department, police, or CDPC, as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Program Manager.

Education Requirements : Candidate must have completed 350 hours for CASAC, and minimum of High School Diploma.

License Requirements : Candidate must be credentialed as a CASAC-T or higher and have a valid NYS Driver's License. CPR and First Aid certified preferred.

Experience Requirements : Preferably two (2) years' experience in a chemical dependency program.

Full Time Monday-Friday 1pm-9pm