GENERAL JOB DESCRIPTION Reports to: Social Services Director

Department: Social Services

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Employment Status: Full-Time

Position Title: CASAC                                             Position Status: Essential

Home/Life Services Inc. established in 1995, is a community-based, human services organization committed to improving the economic and social health of families impacted by homelessness. Operating from a client centered perspective, Home/Life provides a safe and therapeutic environment that supports the social and economic independence of its families served. By developing and implementing innovative services and programs within our Families with Children’s facilities, we provide case management and job counseling, as well as help our families access the economic housing support that allows them to enter and stay in permanent housing.

Under the direction of the Social Services Director, The Certified Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC) provides direct clinical care services to clients in need of alcohol and substance abuse counseling

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The responsibilities of the Certified Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor include but not limited to:

Administrative:

· Conduct client screening

· Complete comprehensive diagnostic assessments

· Refer clients to outside agencies and treatment programs, when indicated, and facilitate client engagement in treatment programs as referral resources

· Document all clinical work (individual and/or group) into DHS computerized case management system (CARES) in a timely manner or as requested

· Conduct intake and client screening

· Document all clinical work

Leadership and Staff Development:

· Develop and run substance abuse counseling groups

· Work with clients to integrate substance abuse treatment as they transition to housing in the community

· Provide Narcan overdose prevention training to shelter residents and staff

Programmatic Achievement:

· Engage clients in counseling using motivational interviewing techniques, to facilitate harm reduction, readiness for behavior changes and recovery as well as relapse prevention

· Develop relationships with a wide range of community substance abuse treatment providers and