Substance Use Counselor

sus· BH -Treatment Services
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📍 New York, NY, USFULL TIME

About this role

Min

USD $60,000.00/Yr.

Max

USD $62,400.00/Yr.

Position Overview

I. SCOPE OF ROLE: The Substance Use Counselor provides substance use services and consultation as a member of a mobile multi-disciplinary Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) team.

 

II. ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: • Responsible for integrating dual-recovery treatment • Works with both mental health and substance abuse in conjunction with the tasks of other team members. • Conducts assessments for substance abuse services • Conducts treatments in conjunction with the other team members • Responsibility for the recipients and for charting services • Responsible portion or all of creating the service plan • Responsible for ensuring revisions to the plan as the participant’s needs change • Advocating for the rights and preferences of the participant whenever possible • Will be on an on-call rotation and will back up the social worker • Field work and travel is required • Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

III. REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE • Bachelor’s degree in human services or related field preferred. • Certified Substance Abuse and Alcoholism Counselor - Trainee (CASAC-T). • Must have two or more years’ experience working with dually diagnosed individuals including the delivery of integrated services. • Must have excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills. • Proficient in MS Word/Excel.

 

 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS • NYS Driver’s license strongly preferred. • Bilingual English/Spanish a plus.

Company Overview

S:US IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER 

 

Join a team of employees who care about the wellbeing of others. We believe in fostering a culture built on our core values: respect, integrity, support, maximizing individual potential and continuous quality improvement. From health and wellness resources to generous PTO, professional development, and more, explore all that we offer on our Benefits Page and see how S:US invests in you. 

 

We believe in fostering a culture built on our core values: respect, integrity, support, maximizing individual potential and continuous quality improvement.  

 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, age, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information and including all other statuses protected by Federal, State and Local laws. S:US is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities, including allowance of the use of services animals. To request reasonable accommodation or if you believe such a request was improperly handled or denied, contact the Leave Team at [email protected]. 

ID

2026-18824

Work Location

In Person

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the salary disclosed for the Substance Use Counselor position at sus?
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Where is the Substance Use Counselor position at sus located?
This Substance Use Counselor role at sus is based in New York, NY, US. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Substance Use Counselor role at sus full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a FULL TIME position. It is posted as a Substance Use Counselor role in the BH -Treatment Services department at sus.
Which team or department does the Substance Use Counselor at sus belong to?
This Substance Use Counselor position is part of the BH -Treatment Services department at sus. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Substance Use Counselor position at sus?
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When was the Substance Use Counselor job at sus posted?
This Substance Use Counselor position at sus was posted on Sep 9, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
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