As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive. **Job Location (Full Address):** 2613 W Henrietta Rd, Suite A, Brighton, New York, United States of America, 14623 **Opening:** Worker Subtype: Regular Time Type: Full time Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Department: 500137 Psychiatry SMH Strong Ties Work Shift: UR - Day (United States of America) Range: UR URC 211 Compensation Range: $59,208.00 - $82,857.00 _The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations._ **Responsibilities:** GENERAL PURPOSE: The CASAC II assigned to the Strong Ties Clinic Community Ties Team is responsible for providing psychosocial assessment and treatment to individuals ages 18 and older who are severely and persistently mentally ill. Services are provided through participation on an interdisciplinary team designed to provide comprehensive, community based psychiatric care. The CASAC II functions as a primary therapist and substance use disorders therapist providing direct clinical services including individual therapy, community outreach, crisis intervention, substance use evaluations, and treatment. **ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS** + Participates as a member of an interdisciplinary treatment team involving intake, evaluation, and treatment. + Evaluates drug and alcohol usage and determines level of care as needed for all patients with co-occurring substance use needs. + Provides feedback to the treatment team regarding client’s progress in recovery and facilitates and supervises the placement of clients in other community programs as necessary to meet recovery goals and/or + needs. + Provides individual, group, family and behavior therapy that is problem-specific and goal oriented; uses a therapeutic approach which is consistent with evidence-based practices for a particular problem; emphasizes social/interpersonal competence; addresses self-defeating beliefs, expectations, and behaviors that disrupt the recovery process; and considers a recipient’s strengths, needs, and cultural values. + Provides evidence-based therapy interventions to address both psychiatric and substance use disorders. + Documents interventions, both direct and indirect, in the patient’s medical record, in compliance with Division, Department, and Hospital policy. + Ensures that Hospital, Department, and Clinic policies and procedures are implemented with regard to professional practice, patient care, and disposition training. + Subscribes to the Department’s goal of creating a culturally competent environment by treating patients/families, trainees, research subjects and co-workers in a sensitive and caring manner with appropriate attention to cultural differences. Participates in available cultural + competence events and trainings. Other duties as assigned **QUALIFICATIONS** + Master’s Degree in a discipline related to human services. Certified as a NYS Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC) or (CASAC-T). If CASAC-T upon hire successful completion of examination to remove the (T (training)) designation must be completed within 12 months of hire. + 1+ years of related experience in substance use disorder treatment setting; or an equivalent combination of education and experience required. + Driver’s License in good standing preferred. **EOE Minorities / Females / Protected Veterans / Disabled:** The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of equity, diversity, and inclusion to advance the University’s mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create – and Make the World Ever Better. 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