Substance Use Disorder Counselor

Compensation: $27–$30/hour, dependent on licensure, credentials, and experience*

Additional Pay: $2/hour bilingual differential

Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours/week. Shifts will vary but fall between 9:00 AM and 6:00 PM Location: Hybrid role across clinic and community-based settings. Travel between sites is required. Primary clinic location: 72 Hinchey Road, Rochester, NY

Job Summary

This is a unique opportunity to split your time between traditional outpatient counseling (20 hours/week) and an innovative, community-based model of care (20 hours/week).

In this hybrid role, you will support Delphi Rise’s established outpatient clinic while also delivering services through our In-Community SUD Clinic, a first-of-its-kind model in the Finger Lakes region. This program brings care directly into trusted community spaces such as shelters, housing programs, and FQHCs, reducing barriers and meeting people where they are.

You will provide assessments, individual and group counseling, and rapid access to care when individuals are ready. You will work closely with Peer Advocates, medical providers, and a multidisciplinary team to support whole-person care, including harm reduction and medications for substance use disorder.

We are seeking someone who is adaptable, relationship-driven, and comfortable working both within and outside of traditional clinical settings. The ideal candidate is flexible, culturally responsive, and energized by innovative approaches to care. This role serves both adult and adolescent populations.

If you are passionate about expanding access, building trust, and helping shape a new model of service delivery, this position offers a meaningful opportunity to make an impact.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

•Provide substance use counseling and recovery support in diverse community and clinic settings

•Conduct clinical assessments and facilitate immediate access to treatment services

•Collaborate with Peer Advocates, medical providers and counselors to support holistic care

•Offer harm reduction resources and education tailored to client goals

•Provide closed loop referrals to health, housing, and social service organizations

•Maintain timely, accurate documentation in accordance with OASAS standards

•Participate in multidisciplinary case conferencing and collaborative care planning

•Support transition planning and ongoing engagement following an episode of care

•Maintain confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2

•Participate in supervision and professional development activities

•Travel frequently between community partner sites

•Other duties as needed to support quality care and access

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position does not include supervisory responsibilities.

Minimum Qualifications

•Bachelor’s degree required, Master’s degree preferred

*• CASAC, CASAC-T or Qualified Health Professional (QHP) required (e.g., LCSW, LMSW, LMHC, MHC-P).

•Minimum five years counseling experience preferred

•Experience working with individuals with co-occurring needs or justice involvement strongly preferred

•Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

•Strong engagement and relationship building skills in nontraditional settings

•Excellent written and verbal communication skills

•Ability to navigate access barriers and advocate inside complex systems

•Proficient use of electronic health records and Microsoft Office programs

•Strong organizational and problem-solving skills

•Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team

•Commitment to confidentiality and compliance standards

Work Conditions Physical Requirements

•Frequent standing, walking and travel across community sites

•Ability to lift and carry up to five pounds

•Regular use of phone, tablet, computer and standard office equipment

Environmental Requirements

•Work performed in varied community environments and office settings

•Comfort working in shelters, partner locations and public community spaces

Disclaimer:

•All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

•This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by their supervisor.

•The company reserves the right to add to or revise an employee's job duties at any time at its sole discretion.

•This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” employment relationship.