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Rescue Mission of Utica NY logo
Rescue Mission of Utica NY
Utica, New York

Counselor Assistant

CounselorPart-Time
Posted 6mo ago

About the Role

Part-time counselor assistant in addiction stabilization center. 24 hrs/week, 8pm-8am shifts including every third Saturday. $16-16.50/hr.

Join Rescue Mission of Utica NY as a Counselor Assistant – Addiction Stabilization in Utica, New York.

Benefits & Compensation

  • Pay rate: $16.00 - $16.50/hr.
  • Medical insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Life insurance
  • 401(k)
  • Voluntary benefits
  • Paid time off
  • Holidays
  • Paid training

Work Schedule

  • Part-Time position.
  • No explicit call, weekend, or night shift information provided.

Apply to join Rescue Mission of Utica NY as a Counselor Assistant – Addiction Stabilization.

Key Responsibilities

The Counselor Assistant supports the multidisciplinary treatment team by aiding primary counselors with client admissions, counseling sessions, crisis intervention, and treatment planning under supervision. This role also involves maintaining facility safety and security through monitoring, searches, client supervision during activities, and completing required documentation in the EMR system.

Requirements

Minimum qualifications include a High School diploma or GED, intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook, and a commitment to ethical principles for substance abuse counselors. Prior work experience in a substance use disorder treatment program and a valid New York State driver's license are preferred.

Qualifications

Education
High school

Certifications

CPR

Key Skills

Crisis InterventionTreatment PlanningDischarge PlanningEMR DocumentationConflict ResolutionDe-escalationTime ManagementConfidentialityDefensive DrivingToxicology CollectionRecord AuditingInfection ControlCPR CertificationClient Behavior ManagementCommunication Skills

Position Insights

AI ANALYSIS

This role scores 3.0/10 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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Benefits & Perks21 jobs

401k / retirement match
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CME allowance
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Sign-on bonus
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Loan repayment
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PSLF eligible
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About Rescue Mission of Utica NY

Non-profit Organization Management
Utica, NY
51-200 employees
Website All Rescue Mission of Utica NY jobs

Benefits & Perks

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
401(k)
Voluntary benefits
Paid time off
Holidays
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