Review Vacancy
AgencyAddiction Services and Supports, Office of
TitleAddictions Counselor Assistant (McPike Addiction Treatment Center)
Occupational CategoryHealth Care, Human/Social Services
Bargaining UnitISU - Institutional Services Unit (CSEA)
Salary RangeFrom $41130 to $50405 Annually
"Other" Explanation 8:00 AM- 4:30 PM. Pass Days: Saturday/Sunday
Workday
Minimum Qualifications An Associates Degree with a specialization in Alcoholism, Substance Abuse or Chemical Dependency OR one year of full-time employment in a field of employment requiring the application of communication skills and one year of experience in a direct treatment capacity working in an Alcoholism, Substance Abuse or Chemical Dependency treatment setting; or CASAC-T
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 substitute for the one year of specialized experience; 150 clock hours of relevant addictions instruction for CASAC credential eligibility may substitute for the one-year of specialized experience.
McPike ATC is a Tobacco-Free Facility
Duties Description The Addictions Counselor Assistant serves as a member of the facility’s multidisciplinary treatment team and works under the supervision of a qualified health professional (QHP). Specific duties include:
• Direct care of patients; deliver clinical services;
• Transport multiple patients daily as needed using NYS vehicle;
• Assist in maintaining a safe, healthy and therapeutic environment; monitor the therapeutic environment through periodic rounds and roll calls;
• Complete patient searches per ATC protocol, address issues as they arise and report to supervisor;
• Take and record patients’ vital signs;
• Monitor patients during mealtimes; check diet orders, observe for special diets and ensure patients receive the proper diets;
• Collect specimens for laboratory testing per ATC protocols;
• Facilitate patient community meetings and patient education/lectures;
• Individual counseling, group counseling, crisis intervention, treatment and discharge planning and clinical activities as assigned; assist in patient assessment and treatment planning process;
• Document in patient record following policy;
• Participate in activities intended to improve patient care and facility operations;
• Incumbent will be required to work overtime shifts periodically as needed;
• May be assigned other related tasks to meet facility needs.
Additional Comments Excellent Health Insurance Benefits Including Vision and Dental, NYS Employees Retirement System (Pension), Optional Deferred Compensation, Continuing Education Benefits, Generous Paid Leave Benefits, Compensation for 12 State holidays per year.
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 Elizabeth Madej, Human Resources Specialist Trainee 2
Email Address Elizabeth.Madej@oasas.ny.gov
Address
Street NYS Office of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Services
1450 Western Avenue
Notes on ApplyingPlease submit your current resume and cover letter of interest. If applicable, please provide copy of college transcript. If transfer eligible, please provide social security number to verify transfer eligibility.