CASAC Supervisor

Unit: MOCJ Emergency Transitional Housing    

Reports to: Program Director  

Salary Range: $66,300 Annually

Status: Full Time; Regular; Exempt

Location: Brooklyn: 381 Rockaway Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11212

Days/Hours: Monday – Friday, 9am – 5pm (Required to work one late day per week)

Organization Overview:

The Fortune Society, Inc. (Fortune) has been working for over 57 years in service to our mission: to support successful reentry from incarceration and promote alternatives to incarceration, thus strengthening the fabric of our communities. The organization has evolved into one of the nation’s preeminent reentry and justice-informed service organizations, providing formerly incarcerated people with the skills and wrap-around services needed to break the cycle of crime and incarceration and to build productive lives in their communities. 

Fortune has grown steadily over the years to an agency with close to $90 million in annual budget with just under 600 staff. We anticipate that we will keep growing, both in size and depth of service. Fortune has a dual mission: both advocacy and service. The advocacy portion of our mission focuses on building a more just criminal legal system and reducing the barriers to reentry into society. The service side of Fortune has evolved to encompass a broad range of programs that started with employment and education and now includes a robust array of services, among them: alternatives to incarceration, supervised release, court advocacy, discharge planning within correctional facilities, licensed substance use and mental health treatment, a housing continuum ranging from emergency and transitional through permanent congregate and scattered site housing, assistance in obtaining benefits, a care management unit, HIV services, a food and nutrition program, and an arts program. Each service we provide is informed by the needs of the population we serve. Fortune currently serves approximately 14,000 people a year. Our participant population mirrors the incarcerated population in being approximately 85% male and over 90% people of color. Our program models are recognized, both nationally and internationally, for their quality and innovation. We have locations in Brooklyn, The Bronx, Manhattan and Queens.

Scope of Position: The Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC) Supervisor is responsible for providing clinical and administrative oversight to substance use disorder services within the program. This role ensures the delivery of high-quality, person-centered, trauma-informed, and recovery-oriented services to individuals with histories of substance use, mental health challenges, housing instability, and/or criminal legal system involvement.

Core Competencies:

Mission and Fit: Embodies Fortune’s mission and values and will be an effective member of the team in furthering both. The candidate should exhibit compassion and understanding for our participants (wherever they are in their re-entry process) and embrace Fortune’s core cultural value so that none of us should be measured against the worst things we have done.

Cultural Competencies: Must demonstrate the ability to empathize accurately and use reflective skills to support culturally responsive practice.

Communication: Must demonstrate the ability to effectively convey and receive information, ideas, and messages, both verbally and nonverbally, and are crucial for building relationships, collaborating, and achieving goals.

Trauma-Informed and culturally responsive practice: Must have the ability to recognize the impact of trauma with respecting diverse backgrounds to create safe, equitable, and healing environments

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Oversee the daily operations of substance use disorder services within the program;
• Ensure comprehensive, person-centered, and trauma-informed substances use counseling services;
• Monitor participant engagement, progress, and service outcomes;
• Assist in the development and implementation of individualized treatment, recovery, and relapse prevention plans;
• Ensure appropriate documentation of assessments, treatment plans, progress notes, referrals, and discharge planning;
• Support the integration of substance use treatment services with mental health, medical, housing, and case management supports;
• Provide direct supervision, guidance, and support to case manager’s staff;
• Conduct regular individual and group supervision sessions;
• Monitor staff productivity, documentation quality, and service delivery;
• Provide coaching, training, and performance feedback to support professional development;
• Assist in onboarding and training new staff;
• Promote accountability and adherence to program expectations, policies, and best practices;
• Review charts and documentation for accuracy, completeness, and timeliness;
• Assist with audits, site visits, incident reviews, and quality improvement initiatives;
• Ensure confidentiality and proper handling of participant information in accordance with HIPAA and agency policies;
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Valid CASAC credential in New York State.
• Minimum of 2–3 years of experience providing substance use counseling and related services.
• Minimum of 1–2 years of supervisory or leadership experience in a behavioral health, substance use, or social service setting.
• Strong knowledge of substance use disorders, relapse prevention, harm reduction, motivational interviewing, and recovery-oriented practices.
• Experience working with individuals impacted by mental health challenges, homelessness, justice involvement, and/or co-occurring disorders.
• Knowledge of OASAS regulations, documentation standards, and best practices.
• Strong written, verbal, organizational, and leadership skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

We seek talented, dedicated individuals from all walks of life who possess a strong commitment to this mission.  Relevant personal experience is a plus.

Travel Requirements: 

This position requires weekly on-site availability and travel to various Fortune housing and program locations as required.

Physical Demands:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The responsibilities and requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skills, minimum education, training, licensing, experience and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

The Fortune Society is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be afforded equal employment opportunities without discrimination because of conviction history, race, religion/creed, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, military status, predisposing genetic characteristics, victim of domestic violence status or marital status.