Substance Abuse Counselor - CASAC

Substance Abuse Counselor/CA-SAC is a Training Employee Assistance Program (TEAP) Specialist who work with young adults ages 16-24 years of age to provide services for prevention, education, identification of substance use problems, relapse prevention, and helping students overcome barriers to employment.

• Makes assessments of all students to determine those who might be in need of intervention due to substance use

• Conducts individual and group counseling to students who are in need of intervention

• Ensures all students who test positive for drugs are retested within a 45 day probationary period

• Provides follow up counseling to students who have completed the Training Employee Assistance Program (TEAP) to encourage and prevent relapse

• Ability to design, develop and implement a program related to alcohol and other drugs of abuse and intervention

• Provides prevention and education to all student employees and staff as well as in- service training sessions

• Maintain confidential reports and records on all referrals and cases

Education/Experience:

• NY State Certification as a CA-SAC

• 2 Years of experience in work related field

• Must possess Valid Driver's License with an acceptable driving record

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and proficiency required

Benefits:

• Medical, Vision and Dental

• 401K Retirement

• Employer Paid Life Insurance

• Paid Sick and Vacation time

• Paid Holidays

ETR is an Equal Opportunity Employer and herein reiterates its policy of equal opportunity for all qualified individuals without distinction or discrimination because of race, color, religion, marital status, political affiliation or belief, sex, age, national origin or veteran status.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $55,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• work related: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• NYS Driver's License (Required)
• CASAC Certificate (Required)

Work Remotely:

• No

COVID-19 Precaution(s):

• Remote interview process
• Personal protective equipment provided or required
• Plastic shield at work stations
• Temperature screenings
• Social distancing guidelines in place
• Virtual meetings
• Sanitizing, disinfecting, or cleaning procedures in place