Behavioral Healthcare Consultant Job at pivot2health, Watertown, NY

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  • pivot2health
  • Watertown, NY

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Salary: $54,137 annually

Pivot, a not-for-profit agency dedicated to improving the health of youth and families across the lifespan in our community through prevention, education, counseling and advocacy, is seeking a full-time Behavioral Healthcare Consultant to assist Jefferson County Department of Social Services caseworkers working with families that may benefit from substance abuse screening. The Behavioral Healthcare Consultant will conduct screenings for adults and/or children for early identification of substance abuse treatment needs and provide referrals for identified children and/or adults who may need ongoing services.

Qualifications:

Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) or Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC).

Skills:

  • Minimum of three years' experience in substance abuse prevention, counseling, health, or related discipline preferred.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

This is a 70-hour, bi-weekly position with competitive salary and benefits package.Interested individuals should please submit cover letter and resume prior to January 20, 2025 to Debi Hughes, Director of Administrative Services, 167 Polk Street, Suite 320, Watertown, New York 13601, via fax to 315.788.4922 or through the on-line submission form.EEO/AA.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Division/Department

Department of Social Services Grant

Job Title

Behavioral Healthcare Consultant

Reports To

Director of Community Prevention

Type

Full-time

Part-time

Intern

Volunteer

Compensation

Exempt

Non-exempt

Hours: 35 hrs/week

Salary: $54,137 annually

Education/Credential Requirements

Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) or Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC).

Work Experience Requirements

Minimum of three years' experience in substance abuse prevention, counseling, health, or related discipline preferred.

Job Duties

  • Assist JCDSS caseworkers in the field with identified families using a screening tool and/or provide direct consultation with JCDSS caseworkers regarding families who might benefit from substance abuse screening.
  • Conduct screenings for adults and/or children for early identification of substance abuse treatment needs.
  • Assist in the development, implementation, and monitoring of the plan of safe care for any infant born and identified as being affected by substance abuse or withdrawal symptoms or Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder.
  • Identify, recommend, and provide educational training to JCDSS caseworkers when needed and appropriate.
  • Provide clinical assessment and documentation to support the Child Protective Services process.
  • Provide referrals for identified children and/or adults who may need ongoing services.
  • Complete assessments and documentation to JCDSS caseworkers in a timely manner.
  • Provide legal testimony as request by JCDSS.
  • Act as a liaison between JCDSS and community services.
  • Complete progress reports as required.
  • Attend meetings and trainings as required.
  • Additional duties as assigned as areas of need are identified.

Job Tags

Full time, Part time, Work experience placement, Internship,

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