Harm Reduction Counselor - Open Access
UConnectCare Behavioral Health Services - formerly known as Genesee Council on Alcoholism and Substance Abuse, Inc.
UConnectCare Behavioral Health Services - formerly known as Genesee Council on Alcoholism and Substance Abuse, Inc.
Batavia, NY Batavia, NY Part-time Part-time $18 - $25 an hour $18 - $25 an hour 10 days ago 10 days ago 10 days ago UConnectCare Behavioral Health Services, formerly known as Genesee/Orleans Council on Alcoholism and Substance Abuse (GCASA) is a rapidly expanding nonprofit organization located in Western NY that has been offering help to those impacted by substance use disorder through prevention, treatment, and recovery services for over 40 years.
UCC has earned a local and regional reputation for excellence and was recognized as a Best Company to Work for in New York.
As the opioid epidemic plagues our communities, UCC's work is more relevant and critically needed than ever before.
We are looking for amazing individuals who want to make a difference in the communities we serve.
Full time HARM REDUCTION COUNSELOR - OPEN ACCESS position available with addictions recovery program in Batavia, Genesee County, NY.
Description of Duties and
Responsibilities:
Under direct supervision, the Counselor will perform evidence-based assessments and use evidenced-based practices (including but not limited to Motivational Interviewing) and therapeutic methods to support people with SUD who do not have an immediate goal of abstinence through connections to harm reduction and recovery support, additional levels of care as needed and wanted, and individual and group therapy that takes a harm reduction approach and validates the choices of people who use drugs while not minimizing risks and dangers.
The Counselor will provide support in the community and will assist with expanded Open Access as well as with Syringe Exchange and other harm reduction program support.
The aim of this position will be to motivate positive changes that reduce harm and increase wellness.
Miscellaneous tasks may be assigned.
This is a grant funded position.
GCASA is a CARF and NHSC accredited.
Minimum
Qualifications:
Minimum BA Degree in Human Service related field.
CASAC preferred, with two years full-time paid direct service experience in a recognized human service agency - with direct service experience in field of addiction and mental health or equivalent.
Must be active addiction free.
Pre-employment background check/post-offer drug screening required.
EOE Supervisory Relationships:
This position is under the supervision of the Assistant Director of Grants and Projects.
This position supervises no other positions.
Skills and Knowledge Required:
Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, other evidence-based counseling practices and approaches; ability to write and commitment to provide high-quality client progress notes in a timely manner; commitment to complete grant data requirements in a timely manner.
Amount of Travel and Other Special Conditions or Requirements:
Local travel within Genesee and Orleans Counties will be required.
Travel outside of these regions may be required occasionally.
Valid NYS driver's license and method of transportation required.
Hours per day or week 0.
5 FTE based on a 35-hour work week.
Pay Range:
$18-$22 per hour.
Vacancy at:
UCC (GCASA's) 5130 East Main Street, Batavia location Applicant must be free of active addiction.
Pre employment/post offer drug screening required.
Send resume to UConnectCare Behavioral Services, c/o Human Resources, 430 East Main Street, Batavia, NY 14020, or visit our website at www.
uconnectcare.
org.
EOE.
CARF & NHSC accredited.
Job Type:
Part-time Pay:
$18.
00 - $25.
00 per hour Expected hours:
20 per week
Benefits:
401(k) Dental insurance Flexible schedule Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Schedule:
8 hour shift Work setting:
In-person COVID-19 considerations:
.
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Experience:
Addiction Counseling:
1 year (Required) Work Location:
In person Minimum
Qualifications:
Minimum BA Degree in Human Service related field.
CASAC preferred, with two years full-time paid direct service experience in a recognized human service agency - with direct service experience in field of addiction and mental health or equivalent.
Must be active addiction free.
Pre-employment background check/post-offer drug screening required.
EOE.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
UConnectCare Behavioral Health Services - formerly known as Genesee Council on Alcoholism and Substance Abuse, Inc.
Batavia, NY Batavia, NY Part-time Part-time $18 - $25 an hour $18 - $25 an hour 10 days ago 10 days ago 10 days ago UConnectCare Behavioral Health Services, formerly known as Genesee/Orleans Council on Alcoholism and Substance Abuse (GCASA) is a rapidly expanding nonprofit organization located in Western NY that has been offering help to those impacted by substance use disorder through prevention, treatment, and recovery services for over 40 years.
UCC has earned a local and regional reputation for excellence and was recognized as a Best Company to Work for in New York.
As the opioid epidemic plagues our communities, UCC's work is more relevant and critically needed than ever before.
We are looking for amazing individuals who want to make a difference in the communities we serve.
Full time HARM REDUCTION COUNSELOR - OPEN ACCESS position available with addictions recovery program in Batavia, Genesee County, NY.
Description of Duties and
Responsibilities:
Under direct supervision, the Counselor will perform evidence-based assessments and use evidenced-based practices (including but not limited to Motivational Interviewing) and therapeutic methods to support people with SUD who do not have an immediate goal of abstinence through connections to harm reduction and recovery support, additional levels of care as needed and wanted, and individual and group therapy that takes a harm reduction approach and validates the choices of people who use drugs while not minimizing risks and dangers.
The Counselor will provide support in the community and will assist with expanded Open Access as well as with Syringe Exchange and other harm reduction program support.
The aim of this position will be to motivate positive changes that reduce harm and increase wellness.
Miscellaneous tasks may be assigned.
This is a grant funded position.
GCASA is a CARF and NHSC accredited.
Minimum
Qualifications:
Minimum BA Degree in Human Service related field.
CASAC preferred, with two years full-time paid direct service experience in a recognized human service agency - with direct service experience in field of addiction and mental health or equivalent.
Must be active addiction free.
Pre-employment background check/post-offer drug screening required.
EOE Supervisory Relationships:
This position is under the supervision of the Assistant Director of Grants and Projects.
This position supervises no other positions.
Skills and Knowledge Required:
Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, other evidence-based counseling practices and approaches; ability to write and commitment to provide high-quality client progress notes in a timely manner; commitment to complete grant data requirements in a timely manner.
Amount of Travel and Other Special Conditions or Requirements:
Local travel within Genesee and Orleans Counties will be required.
Travel outside of these regions may be required occasionally.
Valid NYS driver's license and method of transportation required.
Hours per day or week 0.
5 FTE based on a 35-hour work week.
Pay Range:
$18-$22 per hour.
Vacancy at:
UCC (GCASA's) 5130 East Main Street, Batavia location Applicant must be free of active addiction.
Pre employment/post offer drug screening required.
Send resume to UConnectCare Behavioral Services, c/o Human Resources, 430 East Main Street, Batavia, NY 14020, or visit our website at www.
uconnectcare.
org.
EOE.
CARF & NHSC accredited.
Job Type:
Part-time Pay:
$18.
00 - $25.
00 per hour Expected hours:
20 per week
Benefits:
401(k) Dental insurance Flexible schedule Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Schedule:
8 hour shift Work setting:
In-person COVID-19 considerations:
.
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Experience:
Addiction Counseling:
1 year (Required) Work Location:
In person Minimum
Qualifications:
Minimum BA Degree in Human Service related field.
CASAC preferred, with two years full-time paid direct service experience in a recognized human service agency - with direct service experience in field of addiction and mental health or equivalent.
Must be active addiction free.
Pre-employment background check/post-offer drug screening required.
EOE.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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