Addiction Counselor - Forge Health : Job Details

About Us:

The Kenneth Peters Center (KPC) for Recovery is part of the Forge Health family of companies providing the Long Island community with the highest quality substance use disorder treatment for thirty years.

At Forge/KPC, clinical care is paramount it s the heartbeat of our operations and the driving force in everything we do. The skill and compassion of our staff are the crucial components to extraordinary experiences and outcomes for those we serve.

If you are passionate about providing high quality, evidence-based care for individuals in need through an innovative practice, then Forge/KPC is the right fit for you!

Who we re looking for:

We are looking for an exceptional Full Time Addiction Counselor to join our growing clinical team in our facility located in Rego Park, Queens, NY! The Addiction Counselor will be responsible for the direct treatment of an assigned caseload of patients who are addicted to alcohol or any other mind/mood altering substances. Please note, this position will be fully in person and reports into the Executive Clinical Director of the KPC team. This is a full-time role, with a schedule of Monday-Thursday 12-9pm. The compensation range is $26-30/hr.

What you'll be doing:

• Provide group counseling to an assigned caseload
• Provide individual counseling as needed
• Completes assessment and intake as scheduled
• Designs and implements treatment plans
• Responsible for documentation of all services provided
• Maintains contact with referral sources, including EAP's and Criminal Justice referral sources
• Generates and sends Referral Progress Reports
• Participates in weekly Case Conference meeting for treatment review of patients
• Attends weekly supervision
• Participates in staff meetings
• Assures that KPC s policies and procedures and federal regulations regarding confidentiality of the patient and their records are strictly adhered to
• Perform other duties as assigned which include but not limited to managed care reviews, care coordination

What you'll need:

• Education & Qualifications:
• - CASAC, or higher; knowledge of recovery a plus
• Competency Requirements:
• - Assessment & Referral
• - Treatment Planning and Review
• - Group Counseling: IOP and clinic level
• - Individual Counseling
• - Documentation
• - Crisis Intervention
• - Knowledge of Medication Assisted Treatment

Why Forge?

The opportunity:

Our team refuses to compromise on integrity, and we look for talented, driven hard workers who hold the same passion for the pursuit of high quality, evidence-based mental health and substance use care that we do. Our collective passion is driven and embodied by our core values:

• Fulfilling: Our work creates lives that are complete and self-actualized, enabling stronger families and communities and a therapeutic community rewarded by success
• Optimistic: Our passionate positivity and empathy overcome setbacks and get you to your goals, scientifically and humanely
• Reciprocal: Without mutual trust and commitment, there can be no progress
• Grateful: We profoundly recognize and appreciate the trust of our patients and the commitment of our clinicians
• Evidence-Based: We are committed to measurable outcomes, which provide confidence to our patients and creates a standard of care for ourselves and others

The package:

At Forge, our people are our greatest asset. We re collaborative, empathetic, and passionate. We learn from our mistakes, we carve out time to breathe, and we are celebrated for our wins. In short, we know that we can t do what we do without you! So, we designed a comprehensive, competitive benefits package that reflects our appreciation of our people:

• Competitive salary aligned with your experience
• Comprehensive paid time off package
• Annual time off to volunteer
• Parental leave
• Annual continuing education allocations
• Competitive medical, dental, and vision package
• Annual subscription to a leading meditation app
• An environment that fosters professional development including financing for advanced licensure and certifications
• Internal supervision opportunities
• Dedicated, motivated team and chance to be part of a highly ambitious medical startup
• Modern, elegant, and high-end work environment

We are committed to equal employment opportunity. We give equal consideration to all applicants when filling positions without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, actual or perceived disability, genetic information, marital status, and/or any other status not related to an applicant s ability to perform the job duties. All employment practices will be carried out in accordance with federal, state and local laws.

We will also fully comply with regulations and requirements set out by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the ADA amendments Act (ADAAA). We will not discriminate against applicants or other individuals with real or perceived disabilities. When needed, we will provide reasonable accommodation to otherwise qualified candidates so that they are able to perform the essential functions of the position.