Addiction Counselor Jobs in New York
Addiction Counselor jobs in New York represent one of the most active behavioral health markets in the country, with demand concentrated in community mental health centers, hospital-based substance use programs, residential treatment facilities, and outpatient clinics serving populations from entry-level counselors through licensed clinical supervisors. The heaviest hiring runs through New York City, Buffalo, and Albany, where large employers such as Northwell Health, NYC Health and Hospitals, and the Institute for Community Living maintain ongoing openings. Roles specializing in co-occurring disorders, opioid treatment programs, and adolescent and young adult services are consistently among the most sought-after. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Facility: Mount St. Mary's Hospital
Shift: Shift 1
Status: Full Time FTE: 1.000000
Bargaining Unit: ACE Associates
Exempt from Overtime: Exempt: No
Work Schedule: Days and Evenings
Hours: Sunday - Wednesday 9:00am-5:00pm Thursday 3:00pm-11:00pm
Summary:
Provides a program of rehabilitative therapy to complement the patient's total treatment plan. As part of a multidisciplinary team, provides alcoholism/addiction counseling and mental health services as a clinician under direct supervision. Responsible for the delivery of patient care through the process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation as appropriate to the ages of patients served, based on the areas of clinical practice.
Responsibilities:
Education
- Associate's Degree required
- CASAC or other Q.H.P. Status required
- Bachelor's Degree with CASAC in time specified by Director preferred
Experience
- Three (3) years' experience in treatment with addicted populations required
- Inpatient experience, experience with MICA clients, and computerized documentation preferred
- Addictions experience preferred
KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY
- Answer telephones
- Compose letters/memorandums
- Input data into computer programs
- Maintain logs
- Maintain patient charts
- Proofread documents
- Schedule appointments
- CRT
- Fax
- Personal Computer
- Photocopier
- Must have adequate writing skills applicable to the job; pre-employment writing sample
WORKING CONDITIONS
- May be exposed to infections and contagious diseases
- May be exposed to toxic chemicals
- Contact with patients under a wide variety of circumstances
- May be exposed to/occasionally exposed to patient elements
- Exposed to unpleasant elements (accidents, injuries, and illness)
- Subject to varying and unpredictable situations
- Handles emergency or crisis situations
- Subject to many interruptions
- Required Protective Equipment
- Non-Sterile Medical Gloves
Facility: Mount St. Mary's Hospital
Shift: Shift 1
Status: Full Time FTE: 1.000000
Bargaining Unit: ACE Associates
Exempt from Overtime: Exempt: No
Work Schedule: Days and Evenings
Hours: Sunday - Wednesday 9:00am-5:00pm Thursday 3:00pm-11:00pm
Summary:
Provides a program of rehabilitative therapy to complement the patient's total treatment plan. As part of a multidisciplinary team, provides alcoholism/addiction counseling and mental health services as a clinician under direct supervision. Responsible for the delivery of patient care through the process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation as appropriate to the ages of patients served, based on the areas of clinical practice.
Responsibilities:
Education
- Associate's Degree required
- CASAC or other Q.H.P. Status required
- Bachelor's Degree with CASAC in time specified by Director preferred
Experience
- Three (3) years' experience in treatment with addicted populations required
- Inpatient experience, experience with MICA clients, and computerized documentation preferred
- Addictions experience preferred
KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY
- Answer telephones
- Compose letters/memorandums
- Input data into computer programs
- Maintain logs
- Maintain patient charts
- Proofread documents
- Schedule appointments
- CRT
- Fax
- Personal Computer
- Photocopier
- Must have adequate writing skills applicable to the job; pre-employment writing sample
WORKING CONDITIONS
- May be exposed to infections and contagious diseases
- May be exposed to toxic chemicals
- Contact with patients under a wide variety of circumstances
- May be exposed to/occasionally exposed to patient elements
- Exposed to unpleasant elements (accidents, injuries, and illness)
- Subject to varying and unpredictable situations
- Handles emergency or crisis situations
- Subject to many interruptions
- Required Protective Equipment
- Non-Sterile Medical Gloves
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Addiction Counselor Job Market in New York
A snapshot from current New York openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- New York State Office of Mental Health3
- Catholic Health System1
- Cayuga Health, A Member of Centralus Health1
- Cayuga Medical Center1
- NYC Health + Hospitals1
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services6
- Government & Public Sector2
What New York Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in addiction counselor jobs across New York.
- Active CASAC, LMHC, LCSW, or LMFT credential recognized by New York State
- Bachelor's or master's degree in counseling, social work, or a related human services field
- Experience providing individual and group counseling in a substance use disorder setting
- Familiarity with evidence-based modalities such as Motivational Interviewing and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Ability to complete clinical documentation and maintain accurate case records in an electronic health record system
- Knowledge of New York State OASAS regulations and compliance requirements for substance use disorder services
Addiction Counselor Jobs in New York: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a addiction counselor in New York?
The primary credential for addiction counselors in New York is the Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor, or CASAC, issued through the New York State Office of Addiction Services and Supports. Candidates must complete an OASAS-approved education program, accumulate supervised clinical hours, and pass the required examination. Those pursuing clinical licensure typically earn a master's degree in counseling, social work, or a related field and obtain an LMHC, LCSW, or LMFT through the New York State Education Department.
Which companies hire addiction counselors in New York?
Employers hiring addiction counselors in New York right now include New York State Office of Mental Health, Catholic Health System, and Cayuga Health, A Member of Centralus Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. New York's large integrated health systems, OASAS-licensed treatment programs, and nonprofit behavioral health organizations account for a significant share of consistent openings across the state.
Which New York cities have the most addiction counselor jobs?
Queens, Trumansburg, and Lewiston lead New York for addiction counselor openings, driven by the concentration of hospital systems, OASAS-licensed outpatient and residential programs, and community mental health centers that cluster in major population centers and their surrounding suburbs.
Are there remote addiction counselor jobs in New York?
Yes, but they're less common than in purely desk-based fields, since much addiction counseling involves in-person group sessions, facility-based programming, and hands-on client support. About 0% of addiction counselor openings tied to New York are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. Telehealth individual counseling and care coordination roles are the positions most frequently offered with a remote or hybrid schedule.
How can I get hired as a addiction counselor in New York with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is pursuing a CASAC-Trainee registration through OASAS, which allows you to work under supervision while accumulating the required clinical hours toward full credentialing. Many New York City Health and Hospitals facilities, NYC-based nonprofit providers, and large residential programs hire trainees and recent graduates into substance use counselor aide or case management associate roles. Adjacent positions in peer support, crisis counseling, or social work case management are common lateral moves that build the documented experience needed to qualify for a full counselor opening.
Where can I find and apply to addiction counselor jobs in New York?
You can find and apply to addiction counselor jobs in New York on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers actively hiring in the state. Search the available roles, identify the ones that match your credentials and experience level, and apply directly to the positions that fit.
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