Northpointe Council

See schedule o:crisis center - the substance use disorder crisis center (first step center) is a 24 bed residential facility certified by the nys office of addiction services and supports (oasas). Operating 24/7, the center has seven medically supervised beds and seventeen medically monitored beds. Under the direct supervision of medical and counseling staff, the program offers medical and non-medical detoxification and a sober environment in which people may safely begin the process of recovery. The clients served by the program are not in need of hospitalization. The center provides a temporary short term residence for clients awaiting referral to the next level of care and services. While in the program, clients participate in counseling & therapeutic activities. For many, this program is the point of entry into the treatment system.

Methadone - the concept of the methadone maintenance treatment program is that chemical dependency can be successfully treated through the use of methadone without the client experiencing the painful symptoms associated with the typical opiate withdrawal. This allows the client the opportunity to focus their attention on pursuing positive drug free lifestyle choices.

See schedule o:outpatient clinics - the Council's outpatient clinics provide interdisciplinary treatment to individuals & families affected by substance use disorder & other addictions. The clinics are licensed by the nys office of addiction services and supports (oasas). Outpatient counseling services are provided in individual, family &/or group settings. The goals of treatment are to restore healthy functioning & provide skills necessary to maintain recovery from substance use disorder. Adolescent outpatient counseling services are provided for youth ages 12-21 & their families. Services are age-specific, addressing developmental tasks of adolescence as part of the recovery process. Supportive counseling is offerred for parents, including skills education. Family & couples counseling are available for individuals & families affected by substance use disorder. All indicated medically assisted therapies are available to clients aged 18 and older.

Prevention and education (p&e) - an integral part of Northpointe Council's prevention & early intervention efforts, the prevention education program provides a wide range of services designed to promote responsible choices regarding alcoholism & addictive behaviors, particularily that there are preventable & treatable health issues. The goals of the prevention education program are to: 1. Provide accurate information about alcohol, tobacco and other drugs to prevent substance use disorders. 2. Promote social competancies & life skills. 3. Support activities that focus on constructive recreation rather than substance use.4. Educate & train professionals who impact the behaviors of others. 5. Identify as early as possible, individuals at high risk & provide intervention services & referrals. 6. Influence the social policies & community norms regarding drug & alcohol use & abuse.

Impaired driving program (idp) - the impaired driving program is operated in conjunction with the nys department of motor vehicles. The program is an educational program for persons convicted of driving while intoxicated or impaired. The course content focuses upon traffic safety, in addition to social, medical and legal problems caused by the abuse of alcohol & other drugs. All students must attend seven weekly classroom sessions for a total of sixteen contact hours. The program seeks to prevent future incidents of driving while under the influence by identifying individuals with possible chemical additions, and providing early intervention services. All students undergo a screening process that results in some individuals receiving a referral for further evaluation and or treatment. Individuals who are interested in attending idp classes may sign up for the program through a local department of motor vehicles office. Motorists are not eligible for a conditional license until enrolled in an impaired driving program. Additionally, legislation passed in 2006 mandates participation in a idp for all individuals who wish to plea bargain to a lesser charge.

Employee assistance program (eap) - Northpointe Council's employeeassistance program has been providing, confidential counseling tothousands of employees at local businesses & other organizations since1975. This employment benefit includes free counseling for theemployees & their families to help them resolve problems that affecttheir personal lives or performance on the job. In addition, theprogram offers management training & consultation to facilitateresolution of staff related issues.the staggering pace of change in our society and the unprecedented needto juggle work and family places many people under tremendous stress.for some, this stress contributes to potentially serious problems suchas abuse, depression & family conflict. Personal crisis of this naturecan significantly hinder job performance.northpoint's employee assistance program provides short-termcounseling, preventive education & referral services to assist ourclient company employees in resolving personal problems before theworkplace becomes disrupted & careers are jeopardized

Other programs - the Council may engage in other programs in service tothose affected by substance abuse.