Job Information
New York State Civil Service Addiction Counselor 1, Buffalo Psychiatric Center, (NY HELPS), P24708 in Buffalo, New York
NY HELP Yes
Agency Mental Health, Office of
Title Addiction Counselor 1, Buffalo Psychiatric Center, (NY HELPS), P24708
Occupational Category Health Care, Human/Social Services
Salary Grade 16
Bargaining Unit APSU-Agency Police Services Unit (PBAofNYS)
Salary Range From $58247 to $74135 Annually
Employment Type Full-Time
Appointment Type Permanent
Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class
Travel Percentage 0%
Workweek Other (see below)
"Other" Explanation Day shift Tuesday - Saturday, Pass days Sunday - Monday.
Hours Per Week 40
Workday
From 6 AM
To 6 PM
Flextime allowed? No
Mandatory overtime? No
Compressed workweek allowed? No
Telecommuting allowed? No
County Erie
Street Address Buffalo Psychiatric Center
400 Forest Avenue
City Buffalo
State NY
Zip Code 14213
Minimum Qualifications You must be registered as a Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC) in New York State. Candidates eligible for reciprocity through the International Certification and Reciprocity Consortium (IC&RC) may apply.
Duties Description As an Addictions Counselor 1, you would provide individual counseling and case management services to patients in a treatment facility. You would also conduct individual and group therapy; prepare and carry out treatment plans; participate in case reviews; assess patients' psychosocial condition; determine the effects of alcohol and other drug use; present educational materials to community groups, patients, and other staff; and provide leadership, training, and direction to staff engaged in the day-to-day care and supervision of patients.NOTE: Notes:1. In order to be eligible for appointment and to maintain employment, you cannot be listed as an excluded individual or entity on any of the Federal and/or State Medicaid and Medicare exclusion lists (or excluded from any other Federal or Federally assisted program.) If you are appointed and subsequently listed as an excluded individual or entity on any of these lists (or excluded from any other Federal or Federally assisted program), you may be terminated from your employment.
Additional Comments All OMH employees receive a generous benefits package including:• NYS medical, dental, & vision insurance• Access to tuition assistance programs• Excellent opportunities for advancement & professional growth• Paid time off – 13 paid vacation days in the first year, 5 paid personal days, 13 paid holidays, & paid sick leave• NYS Retirement programsBackground checks will be required.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Name Human Resources
Telephone
Fax 716-816-2554
Email Address bpc-careers@omh.ny.gov
Address
Street Buffalo Psychiatric Center
400 Forest Avenue
City Buffalo
State NY
Zip Code 14213
Notes on Applying Indicate the Title and Location of the position you are applying for. Please complete the Office of Mental Health Employment Application and submit it with your other application materials.http://www.omh.ny.gov/omhweb/employment/docs/employment-application.pdfThe Mission of the New York State Office of Mental Health is to promote the mental health of all New Yorkers, with a focus on providing hope and supporting recovery for adults with serious mental illness and children with serious emotional disturbances. Applicants with lived mental health experience are encouraged to apply. OMH is deeply committed to supporting underserved individuals, organizations, and communities. To this end, OMH is focused on implementing activities and initiatives to reduce disparities in access, quality, and treatment outcomes for underserved populations. A critical component of these efforts is ensuring OMH is a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees' unique attributes and skills are valued and utilized to support the mission of the Agency. OMH is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.