CASAC Counselor

Job overview

The CASAC Counselor is an onsite position in Buffalo, NY. Compensation is not specified. Acacia Network works to improve the quality of life and wellbeing of underserved communities through integrated, bilingual, culturally competent community-based services. Under clinical supervision, the counselor provides assessment and treatment services in an integrated outpatient program for clients who may face substance use and mental health barriers to employment. The role contributes to client care through individual and group counseling, treatment planning, case management, crisis intervention, referrals, and coordination with other professionals.

What you'll do

• Conduct substance use and mental health screenings, intakes, assessments, and treatment planning
• provide individual and group counseling, interventions, psychoeducation, case management, crisis intervention, and client education
• coordinate referrals and care
• obtain observed urine samples according to protocol
• maintain reports and records
• participate in supervision, outreach, meetings, and required training.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

casac counselor

substance use counseling

outpatient program

mental health screening

individual counseling

group counseling

case management

crisis intervention

buffalo ny

acacia network

oasas casac

human services

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Requires an unrestricted OASAS CASAC certification, high school diploma or GED, and at least three years of experience in a substance use and human services setting. Associate degree preferred.

About the employer

Acacia Network is hiring for this role. Industry: Vocational Rehabilitation Services. Sector: 62.