ACT Substance Abuse Specialist

Monadnock Family Services; Keene (NH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

35 hour workweek

Health and dental insurance

Tuition Assistance

Student Loan Forgiveness Opportunities

Flexible Spending Accounts

Life/AD&D/LTD insurance

Employee assistance program

Tuition assistance

Student loan forgiveness opportunities

Job summary

A local mental health service provider is seeking a Substance Abuse Specialist to deliver outpatient assessment, treatment, and education services to individuals and families facing substance abuse challenges. You will need a Master's degree in a related field and relevant certification or eligibility. The role emphasizes meaningful work and the opportunity to contribute to community health efforts. Competitive benefits include health plans, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in substance abuse or related fields required.
• LADAC certification or eligibility is necessary.
• Minimum of one year internship experience in a related field.

Responsibilities

• Provide outpatient assessment and treatment.
• Offer consultation and education services for clients.
• Assist families and individuals with substance abuse problems.

Skills

Substance abuse assessment

Counseling

Referral services

Mental health knowledge

Education

Masters Degree in substance abuse or related fields

Job description

Description

The MLADC or LADC Substance Abuse Specialist provides outpatient assessment, treatment, referral and consultation and education services for adolescents/families and adults with alcohol or other drug problems, as well as clients with dual issues of substance abuse and mental health problems.

What We Are Looking For

• a purpose-driven career
• meaningful work
• work-life-balance
• to be a part of something BIGGER

Benefits

35 hour workweek, ICHRA Health plans and dental insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA, DCA, LPFSA), Health Savings Account (HSA), Paid Time Off (starting with 15 days per calendar year), 12 Paid Sick Days per calendar year, 9 Paid Holidays, 403b with discretionary employer contributions, Employer Paid Life/AD&D/Long Term Disability Insurance based on FTE, Employee Assistance Program, Tuition Assistance, Student Loan Forgiveness Opportunities

*Some exclusions may apply

Requirements

• Masters Degree in substance abuse or related fields (psychology, counseling, social work, nursing, or related field from an accredited college or university.) Preference given to degree that is certifiable or licensable in New Hampshire.
• LADAC certified or eligible for certification.
• At least one year in a degree-related internship under the supervision of a psychiatrist, doctoral level psychologist, a certified/licensed mental health professional or person with equivalent credentials.

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