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Certified/ Licensed Counselor/ Clinician

New York City District Council of Carpenters Benefits Funds

in New York NY

DEPARTMENT: Member Education and Network for Dependency (“MEND”)
FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt. Part-Time (possibly to Full-Time)

POSITION PURPOSE:

Service membership, as well as dependents, of the New York City District Council of Carpenters Welfare Fund with mental health issues including, but not limited to: referrals for inpatient rehabilitation, intensive outpatient, outpatient treatment, and case management.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Provide Referrals

• Provider referrals to members and/or dependents, consistent with treatment needs, coverage, and location.
• Conduct thorough assessments for appropriate level of treatment and length of stay.
• Conduct psychosocials when applicable.
• Verify eligibility for coverage and complete Utilization Review form.
• Act as a liaison with insurance company and treatment facilities.

Program and Case Management

• Maintain confidential written and electronic records.
• Ensure legislation standards and guidelines are being followed.
• Collaborate with facilities on progress and effectiveness of treatment.
• Maintain statistics for the program and identify trends.

Trainings/Groups

• Facilitate weekly psychoeducation groups.
• Provide educational/informational sessions to members, employers, and staff.
• Opportunity to hold therapeutic workshops for employees.

REQUIREMENTS/EDUCATION:

• Licensed Mental Health Counselor (“LMHC”) or Licensed Social Worker (“LMSW”) or Licensed Creative Arts Therapist (“LCAT”) or equivalent certification/licensure.
• Minimum of three (3) years experience in the field of substance abuse.
• Qualified Health Professional with a CASAC preferred.
• Experience in the Mental Health field a plus.

OTHER SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Experience working with individuals in need of substance use preferred.
• Strong assessment and active listening skills, interpersonal skills, critical thinking, and effective communication.
• High level of organization.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Self-starter who can work independently and collaboratively.

EEO Statement

The NYCDCC Benefit Funds are committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, creed, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, alienage, pregnancy, disability, age, uniform service member status, veteran status, marital status, caregiver status, familial status, status as a victim of domestic violence, sexual violence or stalking, membership in a domestic partnership, sex, gender (including gender identity, gender expression or status as a transgender person), genetic information, sexual orientation (including an individual’s actual or perceived romantic, physical or sexual attraction to other persons, or lack thereof, on the basis of gender), sexual and reproductive health decisions, or on any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact Luan Delpeche at (212) 366-7519.

Salary and Benefits:

Salary Range: $30.00-$35.00 per hour

The rate of pay offered will be dependent upon candidates’ relevant skills, education, and experience. The NYCDCC Benefit Funds offer a generous and competitive benefit package.

How to Apply

To apply, please send resume to resume@nyccbf.org

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