Substance Use Counselor- LMSW/CASAC

Job Summary: Provides counseling services including identifying, screening and assessing clients to determine the need for substance use treatment. Provides referrals to community-based organizations and coordinates care as needed. Responsible for facilitating therapeutic group and individual sessions. Responsible for completing and maintaining detailed OASAS-compliant case records

Duties and Responsibilities:

Conduct intake interviews, biopsychosocials, mental health screenings
Formulate treatment plans and treatment plan reviews, act as participant’s case manager to coordinate care within Crossroads and will external providers
Perform individual counseling duties which include holding weekly individual sessions with clients, providing referrals to community-based resources (healthcare, social services, and administrative e.g. help obtaining insurance), and developing client schedules
Initiate and maintain client records in accordance with policies and procedures Ensure accurate and timely data entry of all client information into the agency’s database; utilize electronic health record system
Facilitate assigned treatment groups
Perform drug testing as needed
Prepare monthly updates for court or other supervising agencies
Participate in treatment team case reviews.
Consult with other professionals in support of client’s treatment
Complete discharge documentation as needed