Chemical Dependence Advocate — Substitute

Job overview

The Chemical Dependence Advocate role is onsite in Hannibal, NY. Compensation is $17.26 per hour, and hours are scheduled as needed. Oswego County Opportunities provides direct care to residents working toward recovery and long-term sobriety. The advocate supports residents’ recovery goals through counseling, advocacy, crisis intervention, referrals, supervision of program activities, and assistance with transportation. The role also maintains case documentation and medication records while coordinating with treatment providers, social services, and the criminal justice system.

What you'll do

• Maintain progress notes and case files
• prepare progress reports
• provide support, counseling, advocacy, crisis intervention, and referrals
• supervise residents’ daily schedules and activities
• transport residents to appointments as needed
• coordinate with treatment and community providers
• track and document resident medications
• facilitate education groups as scheduled
• provide first aid in emergencies.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

chemical dependence advocate

substance use recovery

resident support

supportive counseling

crisis intervention

case documentation

medication monitoring

hannibal ny

oswego county opportunities

as-needed schedule

$17.26/hr

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

As-needed scheduled hours; minimum qualifications include an associate degree in human services, or a high school diploma/equivalent plus one year of relevant program experience, or equivalent education, training, and experience.

About the employer

Oswego County Opportunities, Inc. is hiring for this role. Industry: Other Individual and Family Services. Sector: 62.