Concern Housing is seeking an Addiction Specialist who will be responsible for providing case management and chemical dependency counseling services directly to clients receiving Mobile Residential Support Team services. The Addiction Specialist is considered a resource in that they should be familiar with community resources and services to which they may help their clients gain access and also be an advocate for their clients.
Responsibilities Include But Are Not Limited To:
- Provision of chemical dependency counseling services to assist individuals in developing skills needed to prevent relapse, promote recovery and independence, and increase self-sufficiency. Counseling shall include assessment of needs, identifying triggers, increasing coping skills, development of resources, service planning, referral to treatment providers, case coordination, community integration, supportive counseling, and crisis intervention.
- Provision of case management services (assistance in forming linkages and/or referrals to clinical services, day programs, medication management, life skills counseling, vocational services, entitlements, etc.)
- Timely submission of all documentation and maintenance of all client charts in compliance with agency standards.
- Attendance at supervision and staff meetings.
- Other duties as assigned by the Director of Supported Housing.
- Overall assessment of client welfare and appropriate intervention and follow-up as needed.
- Stay current with all agency required compliance documents and trainings.
Position Requirements:
- CASAC or CASAC-T credential is required.
- Bachelor's Degree in Psychology, Rehabilitation, Social Work, or related discipline, plus 2 years experience working in a similar setting or with people in recovery from chemical dependence.
- Good verbal and written communication skills and sound judgment regarding client care.
Salary: $57,500 annually
Benefits include: Medical insurance (80% paid by agency), dental and vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, retirement plans, life insurance, paid time off, educational assistance, licensure reimbursement, internship/clinical supervision, and referral bonuses.
Employment Type: Full-Time
Location: Middle Island
Hours: Monday - Friday, 9am - 5pm
Equal Opportunity Employer statement included.
This position is currently accepting applications.
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