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Suffolk County

Addictions Counselor Trainee

Hauppauge, NY · On-site

$45K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Addictions Counselor Trainee Suffolk County Department of Health Services is seeking an Addictions Counselor Trainee. Location: Riverhead & Hauppauge Key Responsibilities * Learns to interview and ...

Suffolk County

Addictions Counselor Trainee

Hauppauge, NY · On-site

$45K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Addictions Counselor Trainee Suffolk County Department of Health Services is seeking an Addictions Counselor Trainee. Location: Riverhead & Hauppauge Key Responsibilities * Learns to interview and ...

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Substance Use Counselor/Counselor Trainee

Baltimore, MD · On-site

$44K - $80K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Position Overview Counselor/Counselor Trainee will be in charge with assisting patients through medically assisting programs and offering techniques for handling opioid addiction. Counselor conducts ...

Suffolk County, NY

Addictions Counselor Trainee

Hauppauge, NY · On-site

$45K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Suffolk County Department of Health Services is seeking an Addictions Counselor Trainee. Location: Riverhead & Hauppauge KEY RESPONSIBILITIES : * Learns to Interview and screen individuals seeking ...

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Addictions Counselor Trainee

Suffolk County

Hauppauge, NY • On-site

$45K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

This job post has expired today. Applications are no longer accepted.

Suffolk County (New York) rating

7.4

Company rating: 7.4 out of 10

Based on 9 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

573rd of 846 rated public administrative organizations

Job description

Addictions Counselor Trainee

Suffolk County Department of Health Services is seeking an Addictions Counselor Trainee. Location: Riverhead & Hauppauge

Key Responsibilities

  • Learns to interview and screen individuals seeking admission to substance use disorder treatment programs
  • Assists in planning, implementing and evaluating an individualized treatment plan for each patient
  • Assists in providing individual and group counseling services
  • Helps monitor patient progress and makes recommendations for further treatment if necessary
  • Assists in conducting education and information sessions
  • Counsels patients regarding job training and placement, advises them of available social services, and refers them to other agencies if necessary
  • Maintains patient records and reports consistent with professional and regulatory standards for clinical care and billing for services
  • Monitors the collection of patient urine samples and keeps pertinent records
  • Collaborates with supervisors and clinic staff regarding patient progress and patient services

Benefits For You Now And Your Future

  • Health Insurance: Suffolk offers a comprehensive health insurance plan, including medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Pension
  • Paid Time Off: Vacation (2 weeks to start) is accrued based on length of service; sick leave allows employees to take time off for illness without sacrificing pay; personal days can be used for a variety of reasons; and thirteen (13) paid holidays
  • Work-Life Balance: County jobs offer regular working hours, reducing the need for overtime or irregular shifts. This helps employees maintain a good work-life balance

Overall, county government jobs offer a combination of competitive benefits and job security, making them an attractive option for many job seekers

Starting Salary: $45,362

Location: Riverhead & Hauppauge

Available Shifts:

  • Monday-Friday, 6:00 am – 2:00pm
  • Tuesday-Saturday, 6:00 am – 2:00pm
  • Sunday-Thursday, 6:00 am – 2:00pm

*This position does not offer relocation assistance at this time

**Sponsorship is not available for this role

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Current certification from NYS Office of Alcohol and Substance Abuse Services (OASAS) as a Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC) - Trainee

Necessary Special Requirements:

  • At the time of appointment, and during employment in this title, employees will be required to possess a valid license to operate a motor vehicle in New York State

Important Note:

  • Candidates may be subject to a background investigation

Suffolk County's Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion & Equity:

  • Our focus is to promote, support, and implement the County-wide diversity and inclusion strategic plan
  • We achieve results in all our responsibilities through the use of diversity and inclusion best practices
  • We maintain a familiarity with Diversity & Inclusion trends and best practices

Suffolk County is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, disability that can be reasonably accommodated without undue hardship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, citizenship, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status

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