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Senior Addiction Counselor

  • PRN / per diem

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Saint Joseph's Medical Center posts this job as separate openings, each with its own application: the unit, shifts, schedule and pay can differ between them.

New York

2 open

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About the job

Provide comprehensive assessments, evaluations, and diagnostic summaries of chemically dependent patients. Compile Patient centered, comprehensive treatment plans, meeting the regulatory time frames. Document Pt. progress towards the goals of treatment within OASAS regulatory standards. Conduct education and therapeutic treatment protocols focused on Pt. need and OASAS regulations. Provide case management services, in behalf of Pt. with all collateral agencies. Provide necessary reports to TASC, Drug Court, Parole, DCMH, DSS, CPS. Assesses and manages patient risk Complete discharge summaries in the OASAS time frames, with appropriate aftercare in place.

One year of prior clinical experience in a mental health setting is preferred. Candidate will have experience with adolescents doing individual, group and family work in an outpatient behavioral health setting. Experience with treating high risk patients, managing crises and possessing strong diagnostic skills is preferred.

LMSW, LCSW, LMHC or LMHC-LP required.

Salary: $42.50 per hour

From Saint Joseph's Medical Center's job posting for Harrison, NY, checked 6 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.

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About Saint Joseph's Medical Center

Saint Joseph's Medical Center is a nonprofit hospital with an emergency department in Yonkers, NY. Its job board posts jobs for mental health staff, nurses and front-office staff. Source: Medicare Care Compare: Saint Joseph's Medical Center

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