NYS-CASAC Association NEWS | Updates, Spotlights & Media
NYS-CASAC Association NEWS
Stay Informed, Stay Connected
The NYS-CASAC Association NEWS page keeps members engaged with the latest updates, spotlights, and resources. From organizational announcements to press and media features, our news hub ensures CASAC professionals remain connected to the issues, events, and successes shaping addiction counseling across New York State.
Our Vision
To be the leading professional force elevating the value, voice, and visibility of Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselors (CASACs) across New York State—empowering a workforce that transforms lives, strengthens communities, and advances the future of behavioral health.
Announcements – Organizational Updates, New Partnerships, Press Releases
The NYS-CASAC Association’s News section provides timely organizational updates to our members. Here, you’ll find information on leadership decisions, program launches, and policy changes that directly affect the CASAC workforce. Whether it’s new committee appointments, changes to bylaws, or updates on our advocacy campaigns, this section ensures you’re always informed.
We also share press releases that highlight our Association’s position on key issues in addiction treatment and behavioral health. Announcements often include statements on OASAS guidelines, NAADAC professional standards, and state legislation that impacts CASAC practice.
Partnerships are central to our mission, and the NYS-CASAC Association NEWS page highlights collaborations with treatment providers, universities, and allied associations. These partnerships strengthen the voice of CASACs and expand professional development opportunities.
By visiting the announcements section regularly, you stay connected to the ongoing work of the Association and learn how these updates impact your professional practice. This transparency is part of our commitment to ensuring that the NYS-CASAC Association NEWS remains a reliable, trusted source for all CASAC professionals.
Member Spotlights – Highlight Outstanding CASAC Professionals
The NYS-CASAC Association NEWS page is proud to celebrate the achievements of Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselors across New York State. Our Member Spotlights feature individuals who consistently go above and beyond in their work, exemplifying excellence in addiction counseling and community service.
Each feature tells the story of a CASAC professional’s journey, challenges, and accomplishments. By reading these spotlights, members gain inspiration and insight into the diverse ways counselors are making a difference. From innovative program development to grassroots community outreach, these stories embody the Association’s mission.
Spotlighting members also supports our advocacy efforts. Recognizing the hard work of counselors strengthens our call for fair pay, licensing protections, and recognition of CASACs as essential professionals. The NYS-CASAC Association NEWS uses these spotlights to highlight the humanity and dedication behind the credential.
We invite members to nominate peers or share their own stories. By doing so, the NYS-CASAC Association NEWS becomes a living archive of the passion, resilience, and impact of CASAC professionals statewide.
Newsletter Archive – Monthly or Quarterly Digital Newsletters
The NYS-CASAC Association NEWS page also houses our Newsletter Archive, making it easy to catch up on past issues. Each digital newsletter contains critical updates on advocacy, workforce development, education opportunities, and upcoming events.
These newsletters provide CASAC professionals with a snapshot of everything happening within the Association and across New York’s behavioral health systems. Content includes summaries of new OASAS regulations, NAADAC ethical updates, and reminders for recredentialing requirements.
By keeping newsletters archived, the NYS-CASAC Association NEWS ensures members never miss important information. Whether you’re looking for details about a past Advocacy Day or need to revisit continuing education opportunities, the archive makes resources easy to access.
Newsletters also serve as a historical record of the Association’s growth and achievements. They showcase our expanding membership, partnerships, and advocacy victories. For new members, the archive provides an excellent introduction to our work. For long-time members, it serves as a reminder of the progress we’ve made together.
With the NYS-CASAC Association NEWS, you’re always one click away from the knowledge you need to succeed.
Press & Media – CASAC in the News, Op-Eds, Features
The NYS-CASAC Association NEWS Press & Media section showcases CASAC professionals and the Association in the public eye. This includes media coverage of our advocacy efforts, interviews with members, and op-eds written by CASACs or Association leaders.
Highlighting media appearances builds public awareness of the critical role CASACs play in New York’s behavioral health system. Whether it’s a feature on a community program, a legislative update, or a counselor’s perspective in a statewide publication, these stories amplify the voice of our profession.
This section also curates relevant national and state-level media that impacts CASACs. By providing members with quick access to credible news, the NYS-CASAC Association NEWS ensures professionals stay ahead of trends, policy discussions, and public health challenges.
Op-eds and features also serve as advocacy tools. They bring attention to workforce challenges, highlight solutions, and demonstrate the human impact of the CASAC credential. By elevating these voices, the NYS-CASAC Association NEWS strengthens both professional recognition and community trust.
Through Press & Media, we ensure that CASACs are seen, heard, and valued statewide.
Strengthening CASAC Professionals
Advance
Advance your professional growth through education, certification, and ongoing support. The NYS Association of CASAC Professionals provides members with access to approved trainings, leadership opportunities, and resources that strengthen skills and expand career pathways in New York’s behavioral health workforce.
Unify
Unify with peers across New York State to build a stronger, more connected profession. Membership creates opportunities to collaborate, network, and share expertise while fostering solidarity among CASACs who are committed to ethical standards and excellence in addiction counseling.
Advocate
Advocate for recognition, fair compensation, and workforce protections. Through collective action, the NYS Association of CASAC Professionals amplifies the voice of CASACs, engages with policymakers, and works to ensure every counselor is valued as an essential contributor to New York’s behavioral health system.
Stay Connected With NYS-CASAC Association NEWS
Don’t miss the updates, spotlights, and resources shaping addiction counseling in New York. Join the NYS Association of CASAC Professionals today for full access to announcements, newsletters, and advocacy news that strengthen your voice and career.
