Substance Abuse Counselor

• Overview Essen Health Care is the largest privately held, multispecialty medical group in New York, providing high-quality, compassionate care to some of the state’s most vulnerable and underserved residents.
• Founded in 1999, we’ve grown from a single primary care office into a network of 50+ locations offering urgent care, primary care and specialty services, from women’s health to endocrinology and psychiatry.
• We also provide nursing home support, care management, and in-home care through our Essen House Calls program.
• Guided by a Population Health model, our team of 500+ providers deliver care in-person, at home, or via telehealth, ensuring patients get the support they need when and where they need it.
• We’re looking for talented, motivated individuals to join our growing team.
• Whether you’re a medical provider, administrator, or operations professional, there’s a career here for you.
• Join us in making a real difference in the health of our community.
• Job Summary Our program is seeking dedicated and compassionate clinicians to provide high-quality treatment services to individuals affected by substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders.
• The Counselor will maintain a caseload, deliver evidence-based interventions, and work as part of a multidisciplinary team to support patient recovery and wellness.
• This is a full-time or part-time position, with supervision and training provided.
• Telehealth service delivery may be required.

Responsibilities

· Maintain a caseload of patients receiving treatment for substance use and/or co-occurring mental health disorders. · Conduct screenings, intakes, and assessments · Develop and implement individualized treatment and discharge plans. · Provide evidence-based counseling interventions (individual and group). · Deliver patient education, psychoeducation, and relapse prevention interventions. · Facilitate case management, referrals, and crisis intervention services. · Document all services accurately and in compliance with OASAS and federal guidelines. · Collaborate effectively with staff, patients, and community providers while maintaining professional boundaries and confidentiality. · Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and ongoing supervision. · Stay current with best practices through continuing education and professional development.

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