Highlights
A health services network in New York City is currently seeking a CASAC to join their Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) team in Queens as a Substance Abuse Specialist. Provide individual counseling using evidence-based approaches, including motivational interviewing, harm reduction, relapse prevention, and stage-wise treatment methods.
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Queens, New York |
| Industry | Staffing/Employment Agencies |
| Salary | $30–$35 Per Hour |
| Company Size | 100 to 499 employees |
| Year Founded | 1985 |
| Website | http://www.tandymgroup.com |
Description
A health services network in New York City is currently seeking a CASAC to join their Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) team in Queens as a Substance Abuse Specialist.
About the Opportunity:
- Schedule: Monday to Friday
- Hours: 9am to 5pm
- Setting: Hybrid (3 days of fieldwork; 2 days remote)
Responsibilities:
- Conduct substance use assessments and determine appropriate treatment needs
- Provide individual counseling using evidence-based approaches, including motivational interviewing, harm reduction, relapse prevention, and stage-wise treatment methods
- Integrate substance use services with mental health care as part of a multidisciplinary ACT team
- Coordinate referrals and connect clients with external treatment providers and community recovery resources
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation and participate in team meetings, care coordination, outreach, and crisis intervention
Qualifications:
- At least 3 years of experience working with individuals with serious mental illness and substance use disorders
- Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, Human Services, or a related field
- CASAC certification or licensure
- Knowledge of substance use treatment, co-occurring disorders, recovery models, harm reduction, and evidence-based interventions
- Strong communication, counseling, engagement, and organizational skills
- Ability to work independently and effectively within a multidisciplinary team
Desired Skills:
- Master's degree in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or a related field
- Bilingual (preferably Spanish)
- Experience in an ACT team, community mental health, integrated care, or intensive community-based treatment setting.
- Experience with electronic health records
About Company
At Tandym Group (formerly The Execu|Search Group), we’re committed to connecting talented people like you with leading companies. With our personalized approach, you’ll never feel like just a resume when you work with us. We know that every job—and every job seeker—is different, which is why we keep the focus on you and your goals. This philosophy has allowed us to help thousands of people find career success over the last three decades, and we’re here to help you do the same.
With our extensive network of companies and full suite of direct hire recruitment and contract staffing services, you’ll have access to a variety of roles. We match talent with highly curated opportunities across healthcare, professional services, tech, and life sciences—but it goes far beyond that.
When you partner with us, we’re all in. Your goals become our goals, and we are committed to helping you reach your highest potential. From matching you with your dream role to providing resume guidance and interview prep, we’re here for the entire journey. In the constantly changing world of work, you can count on us to be by your side.
With our extensive network of companies and full suite of direct hire recruitment and contract staffing services, you’ll have access to a variety of roles. We match talent with highly curated opportunities across healthcare, professional services, tech, and life sciences—but it goes far beyond that.
When you partner with us, we’re all in. Your goals become our goals, and we are committed to helping you reach your highest potential. From matching you with your dream role to providing resume guidance and interview prep, we’re here for the entire journey. In the constantly changing world of work, you can count on us to be by your side.