Substance Use Specialist-
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Job Location:
Long Island, NY - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
- Current CASAC or CASACT.
Experience:
- At least 3 years of experience providing direct services to people with alcohol and/or drug-related disorders.
Certifications/Licenses:
- CPR and First Aid certifications (must obtain and maintain).
- Certification as an Opioid Overdose Responder (NYSOOPP).
Work Eligibility: Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
Work Location Requirement: Onsite
Compensation: $30.8579
What We Offer
We providecompetitivebenefitsincluding:
Comprehensive Health Benefits: Medical (HSA) Dental and Vision plans
403(b) Retirement Savings Plan with employer match
Generous Paid Time Off: Vacation Personal Sick Mental Health Days and 12 paid holidays
Employee Wellness Programs: Employee Assistance Program and mental health resources
Learning & Development Opportunities: Educational Leave and Tuition Assistance Training and Career Development Tracks
Additional Perks: Commuter Benefits recognition programs discount programs flexible spending plans voluntary benefits including pet insurance identity theft insurance legal plans and voluntary ancillary benefits.
About the Role
The Substance Use Specialist assists clients with understanding and managing substance abuse providing counseling harm reduction relapse prevention and linkage to treatment resources.
Primary Responsibilities
- Conduct and review assessments to determine substance use needs and preferences.
- Provide individual and group counseling focused on substance use recovery and stability.
- Serve as a liaison to TORCH and other programs to coordinate substance use services.
- Develop relationships with detox rehabilitation and treatment centers.
- Ensure clients have transportation/escort to substance use appointments.
- Provide motivational interviewing harm reduction counseling and relapse prevention techniques.
- Guide onsite drug testing as appropriate.
- Promote smoke-free environments and monitor Naloxone kit availability and expiration.
- Collaborate with peer counselors and support linkages to Buprenorphine/Methadone programs.
- Assist in orientation of new personnel.
- Maintain accurate electronic and paper case records.
- Adhere to attendance and timekeeping expectations.
- Participate in clinical meetings staff meetings supervisions and trainings.
- Execute emergency plans; administer CPR/first aid as needed.
- Participate in management/supervision meetings and required trainings.
- Report serious incidents and complete incident reports.
- Ensure compliance with all laws regulations and agency policies.
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
Required Experience:
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About Company
ICL is a global specialty minerals and chemicals company operating potash, bromine and phosphate mineral value chains in a unique, integrated business model. The Company employs approximately 11,000 employees worldwide and operates 49 plants in 15 countries worldwide. ICL extracts raw ... View more
