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Pays $21-$24/hr — $9k below the Counselor market median of ~$59k (34 jobs)

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Helio Health
Syracuse, New York

Substance Use Disorder Counselor - Scattered Sites Residential Program

CounselorIncludes weekendsNo nightsFull-Time
Posted 1h ago · Verified live

About the Role

Full-time SUD Counselor in Syracuse, NY. Day shift 8am-4:30pm, one weekend day. $21-$24/hr. Sign-on up to $1,500.

Join Helio Health as a Substance Use Disorder Counselor – Day Shift in Syracuse, New York.

Benefits & Compensation

  • Pay rate: $21 - $24/hr.
  • Signing bonus: $1,500.
  • Health insurance including dental and vision
  • Paid vacation and sick leave
  • Paid holidays including floating birthday holiday
  • 401(k) plan with up to 5% company match
  • Company paid short-term disability insurance
  • Company sponsored life insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Work Schedule

  • Full-Time position.
  • On-site position.
  • Weekend coverage may be required.
  • Day shift only - no nights.

This position offers day shifts only, a signing bonus. Work with Helio Health in Syracuse, New York.

Key Responsibilities

The counselor is responsible for managing a caseload, performing intake screenings, and providing crisis intervention and counseling services. They also coordinate care with community providers, maintain clinical records, and participate in program administrative committees.

Requirements

Candidates must have a High School Diploma or GED and a CASAC-T certification. A minimum of two years of experience in behavioral health or substance abuse is required.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Case managementCrisis interventionSubstance use counselingIntake screeningDischarge planningPatient educationRecord keepingQuality assuranceCoordination of careBehavioral health

Position Insights

AI ANALYSIS

This role scores 5.1/10 on work-life balance for Counselor roles.

Career trajectory: This position offers advancement within 2-3 years. The compensation analysis shows this employer pays...

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About Helio Health

Mental Health Care
Syracuse, NY
501-1,000 employees
Website

Benefits & Perks

Health insurance including dental and vision
Paid vacation and sick leave
Paid holidays including floating birthday holiday
401(k) plan with up to 5% company match
Company paid short-term disability insurance
Company sponsored life insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Sign-on incentive up to $1,500

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