About the role#
This internship provides experience in an outpatient clinic setting within Westchester County. You will work with clients dealing with substance misuse and co-occurring disorders. You will follow the NYS OASAS Scope of Practice Rules and engage with the 12 Core Functions of an Addiction Counselor.
What you'll do#
- Perform substance use assessments and screen for signs and symptoms of disorders.
- Collaborate with case managers to create service plans with long and short-term goals.
- Provide counseling and emotional support to clients.
- Facilitate weekly groups covering harm reduction and relapse prevention.
- Manage crisis intervention, advocacy, referrals, and case planning.
- Participate in weekly supervision, team meetings, and case reviews.
- Monitor and evaluate client progress.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as a CASAC(T) student.
- Enrollment in an education or training program that grants credit hours for this internship.
- Ability to demonstrate cultural sensitivity and competency.
- Strong communication skills.
- Ability to sit or stand at a computer for moderate periods and lift over 15 pounds occasionally.
Location & details#
- Locations: New Rochelle, NY and Mount Vernon, NY.
- Modality: On-site.
- Schedule: Monday through Friday, with shifts available between 6:00am to 1:45pm or 9:00am to 5:00pm.
- Compensation: This is an unpaid internship.
About Access: Supports for Living
Access: Supports for Living is a non-profit organization based in Middletown, New York. Founded in 1963, the agency provides services for individuals dealing with mental illness and disabilities. It operates throughout the Hudson Valley to support families and community members. The organization employs 691 people.
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