Review Vacancy
AgencyAddiction Services and Supports, Office of
TitleAddictions Counselor Assistant- R.E. Blaisdell ATC
Occupational CategoryHealth Care, Human/Social Services
Bargaining UnitISU - Institutional Services Unit (CSEA)
Salary RangeFrom $18.19 to $18.19 Hourly
"Other" Explanation Variable/As needed- Particularly seeking Night shift coverage 11:45 pm- 7:45 am
Workday
Minimum Qualifications An Associate’s degree with a specialization in Alcoholism, Substance Abuse or Chemical Dependency OR one year of full time employment in a field requiring the application of communication skills and one year of experience in a direct treatment capacity working in an addictions treatment setting.
Substitutions: 30 college credits in a human services field may be substituted for the one year of communication experience; 10 college credits in specific alcoholism, substance abuse or chemical dependency courses may be substituted for the one year of specialized experience; 150 clock hours of relevant addictions for CASAC credential eligibility may be substituted for the one year of specialized experience.
Candidates must be eligible and maintain eligibility for full and unconditional participation in the Medicaid/Medicare programs. Failure to maintain licensure, certification and Medicaid/Medicare eligibility will result in termination of employment.
Duties Description Under the supervision of an Addictions Counselor, incumbent will be responsible for direct care of patients.
Duties include but are not limited to:
Serving as a team member; assist in providing individual and group counseling services, lead activities including recreation/vocational and social; assist patients with health and safety issues that arise and direct them to the appropriate medical staff; transport patients in state issued van as needed; prepare documentation; supervise patients and ensure their safety.
Additional Comments R.E. Blaisdell ATC is a tobacco-free facility.
Background Investigation Requirements:
Prospective appointees will be: 1) Checked against the Staff Exclusion List (SEL) maintained by the Justice Center for the Protection of People with Special Needs. Prospective employees whose names appear on the SEL as having been found responsible for serious or repeated acts of abuse or neglect will be barred from appointment and may have their names removed from the eligible list(s) for the title(s) if applicable. 2) Investigated through a Criminal Background Check (CBC) that includes State and federal Criminal History Record Checks. All convictions must be reported; conviction of a felony or misdemeanor, or any falsified or omitted information on the prospective appointee’s employment application may bar appointment or result in removal after appointment. Each case will be determined on its own merits, consistent with the applicable provisions of State and federal laws, rules, and regulations. Prospective employees will be fingerprinted in order to obtain a record of their criminal history information, and may be required to pay any necessary fees. 3) Screened against the Statewide Central Register of Child Abuse and Maltreatment (SCR). Prospective employees may be required to pay any necessary fees. Additionally, prospective employees whose names are indicated on the SCR may be barred from appointment.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Name Anneke Horan, Human Resources Specialist 2
Email Address Anneke.Horan@oasas.ny.gov
Address
Street Office of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Services
1450 Western Ave.
Notes on ApplyingPlease submit your current resume and cover letter of interest. Please indicate your availability for night shift coverage.