Job summary
Job post source
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Job overview
The Addiction CASAC Fellow at Upstate Medical University is a training role focused on educating fellows in addiction treatment fundamentals to function independently as Addiction Counselors/Therapists.
Responsibilities and impact
The fellow will assess and diagnose substance use disorders, develop treatment plans, provide individual and group counseling, and learn various treatment modalities including CBT, MI, and DBT, working towards CASAC-T certification.
Compensation and benefits
The position offers a salary range of $20.48 to $34.22 per hour, a $5,000 bonus upon achieving limited permit or CASAC-P/T status, health, dental, and vision insurance, 401k eligibility after one year, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, sick leave, holidays, and floating holidays.
Experience and skills
Candidates must have a bachelor's degree in a relevant field and work towards CASAC-T certification; preferred qualifications include daytime availability Monday through Friday.
Career development
The fellowship provides training to achieve CASAC-T certification and prepares fellows to work independently as addiction counselors, supporting professional growth in addiction treatment.
Work environment and culture
The role aligns with SUNY Upstate's mission to improve community health through education, research, and patient care, emphasizing collaboration and innovation in addiction medicine.
Company information
Upstate Medical University focuses on education, biomedical research, and patient care, with a mission to improve community health and lead innovations in addiction treatment.
Unique job features
The fellowship offers a unique educational opportunity to gain hands-on experience in addiction treatment with a structured training program and a financial bonus upon certification.
Company overview
Upstate Medical University, located in Syracuse, New York, is a premier academic medical center that focuses on education, biomedical research, and healthcare services. It operates under the State University of New York (SUNY) system and includes colleges of Medicine, Nursing, Health Professions, and Graduate Studies. The university generates revenue through tuition, research grants, and its affiliated hospital network, Upstate University Hospital, which provides comprehensive medical care. Established in 1834, it has a rich history of medical education and innovation, contributing significantly to the healthcare sector.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight your educational background and experience related to addiction counseling, emphasizing any coursework or practical exposure to Substance Use Disorders (SUDs) assessment and treatment planning.
Focus on showcasing your familiarity with treatment modalities such as CBT, MI, and DBT, and your commitment to achieving CASAC-T certification as required by the fellowship.
Apply through multiple platforms including Upstate Medical University's official career site, LinkedIn, and other job boards where this position is posted to maximize your application visibility.
Connect with current fellows, counselors, or staff in the Department of Psychiatry at Upstate Medical University on LinkedIn; start conversations by mentioning your interest in their work on addiction treatment or asking about their experience with the fellowship program.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'Substance Use Disorders,' 'CASAC-T certification,' 'addiction counseling,' 'treatment planning,' and 'CBT, MI, DBT modalities' to increase chances of passing automated screenings.
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