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Essen Medical AssociatesSubstance Abuse Counselor (CASAC)
Essen Medical Associates, operating as the largest privately held multispecialty medical group in New York since 1999, is hiring a Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC) for a…
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Essen Medical Associates, operating as the largest privately held multispecialty medical group in New York since 1999, is hiring a Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC) for a remote position. The organization delivers medical, urgent care, specialty services, and care management across a network of more than 50 locations and through home visits, using a Population Health framework. In this role, clinicians provide treatment services to individuals dealing with substance use and…
Job Description
Essen Medical Associates, operating as the largest privately held multispecialty medical group in New York since 1999, is hiring a Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC) for a remote position. The organization delivers medical, urgent care, specialty services, and care management across a network of more than 50 locations and through home visits, using a Population Health framework. In this role, clinicians provide treatment services to individuals dealing with substance use and co-occurring mental health conditions. The position is available as either full-time or part-time, with training and supervision supplied, though telehealth delivery may be required.
Responsibilities
- Manage an assigned caseload of patients undergoing treatment for substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders
- Perform patient screenings, intake procedures, and assessments
- Create and execute personalized treatment plans alongside discharge plans
- Deliver individual and group counseling interventions utilizing evidence-based practices
- Provide psychoeducation, patient education, and relapse prevention strategies
- Coordinate case management, patient referrals, and crisis intervention services
- Complete accurate documentation compliant with federal and OASAS standards
- Partner with community providers, patients, and staff while preserving confidentiality and professional boundaries
- Attend multidisciplinary team meetings and regular supervision
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of best practices via continuing education and professional growth
Requirements
- Hold a Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor credential, a CASAC-Trainee status, a bachelor's degree in a human services discipline with active CASAC-T, or be enrolled in a licensure-track graduate program in fields like MSW, Mental Health Counseling, or MFT
- Demonstrate a strong understanding of addiction, recovery, behavioral health principles, and counseling techniques
- Possess familiarity with self-help group procedures
- Demonstrate proficiency in electronic health records and basic computer programs
Qualifications
- Bilingual fluency in Spanish, French, or Bengali
- At least one year of prior human services or counseling experience, though recent graduates will also be considered
Benefits
- Supervision provided
- Training provided
Frequently Asked Questions
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Is this position remote?
Yes, the posting specifies that the role is remote, though telehealth service delivery may be required.
What is the employment type?
This is available as either a full-time or part-time position.
What qualifications are needed to apply?
Candidates must hold a CASAC, CASAC-T, a relevant bachelor's degree with an active CASAC-T, or be enrolled in a licensure-track graduate program such as an MSW, Mental Health Counseling, or MFT program. One year of experience is preferred, but recent graduates are also considered.
What is the salary for this role?
The salary is not specified in the job posting.
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