Primary Counselor
Outreach Development Corp.
Location
Brentwood, New York
Salary
$55,000 - $70,000 / YEAR
Core responsibilities
The primary counselor delivers long-Term supervision, support, and clinical services to chemically dependent adolescents with co-Occurring mental health issues, serving as a member of the interdisciplinary treatment team. Responsibilities include providing weekly group and bi-Weekly individual counseling sessions, conducting screenings, and meticulously documenting all aspects of resident progress.
Requirements summary
Candidates must possess an advanced degree, with an lmsw, lcsw, or lmhc preferred, along with 2-3 years of experience treating substance abuse disorders and 1-2 years working with adolescents facing co-Occurring mental health problems. Strong organizational, networking, and collaborative skills are essential for success in this role.