Substance Abuse Counselor

Substance Abuse Counselor
RES Home Care is seeking a compassionate, experienced Substance Abuse Counselor to provide specialized community-based services through the NYS Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) Waiver Program. This rewarding position focuses on helping individuals whose substance use challenges are directly related to the effects of traumatic brain injury, empowering them to live safely and successfully in their communities.

This job is suitable for someone who is reliable, sociable, innovative, a team player, and well-organized.

Job Type: Full-time

Job Description: The Substance Abuse Counselor provides individualized assessment, treatment planning, counseling, education, relapse prevention, and recovery support to TBI Waiver participants. Working collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team, the counselor develops person-centered strategies that address the unique cognitive, behavioral, emotional, and environmental challenges experienced following a traumatic brain injury.

Education & Experience: Candidate must possess Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC) in good standing
AND

·         Bachelor’s degree in psychology

·         Bachelor’s degree in social work

·         Special Education Degree or Rehabilitation Counseling 

Two years of experience working with individuals who have traumatic brain injury, acquired brain injury, neurological disorders, or cognitive impairments; or providing services to individuals with a history of substance abuse.

Salary Range: 50,000-55,000   

Please check out our website for more information ~ www.reshomecareli.com