Bilingual Licensed Substance Abuse Counselor

CHD Brand; Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 59,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Health & Life insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Center for Human Development (CHD) in Springfield, MA is seeking a Licensed Substance Abuse Counselor for the ACCS program. The role works with dually diagnosed individuals to provide person-centered, rehabilitative interventions that support recovery.

A sign-on bonus of $2000 is available and included with a strong benefits package. The candidate should have at least an LADC I or CADC II/LADC II, with two or more years in addiction treatment and LPHA eligibility preferred.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of community resources/agencies.
• Excellent computer skills including Word, Excel and the ability to learn new programs.
• Ability to utilize an Electronic Health Record system.
• Knowledge of clients' behavioral dynamics.
• Knowledge related to treatment of client population including evidence-based practices.
• Client advocacy skills and ability to establish viable working relationships with appropriate stakeholders.
• Ability to safely transport clients in the community.
• Ability to respond effectively to crisis.
• Ability to provide rehabilitative interventions that support person-centered and recovery-oriented practice.
• The applicant must demonstrate the skills to participate in assessment and treatment planning addressing substance use.

Responsibilities

• Provide person-centered, rehabilitative interventions to support recovery.
• Collaborate with ACCS team to ensure open communication and empathy.
• Participate in assessment and treatment planning addressing substance use.
• Respond effectively to crises and support risk reduction.
• Arrange transportation for clients when needed.

Skills

Communication

Community resources

EHR

Crisis response

Advocacy

Transportation

Recovery-focused

Assessment

Treatment planning

Education

LADC I preferred

CADC II / CADC / LADC II

Bachelor’s or Master’s in related field

Two+ years addiction treatment experience

Tools

EHR system

Word

Excel

Job description

The Center for Human Development, (CHD) is seeking a Licensed Substance Abuse Counselor for our Adult Community Clinical Services (ACCS), located in Springfield, MA. The Licensed Substance Abuse Counselor works with dually diagnosed individuals to provide person-centered, rehabilitative interventions that support recovery. The Licensed Substance Abuse Specialist works with participants on issues of substance use, including harm reduction, accessing community resources, and reducing risk. They work within the Agency's ACCS team model, establishing open communication, support, and empathy.

Now offering a $2000.00 sign on bonus (paid out in two installments).

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities required for the Licensed Substance Abuse Counselor:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of community resources/agencies.
• Excellent computer skills including Word, Excel and the ability to learn new programs.
• Ability to utilize an Electronic Health Record system.
• Knowledge of clients' behavioral dynamics.
• Knowledge related to treatment of client population including evidence-based practices.
• Client advocacy skills and ability to establish viable working relationships with appropriate stakeholders.
• Ability to safely transport clients in the community.
• Ability to respond effectively to crisis.
• Ability to provide rehabilitative interventions that support person-centered and recovery-oriented practice.
• The applicant must demonstrate the skills to participate in assessment and treatment planning addressing substance use.

Minimum Qualifications:

The preferred candidate hold an LADC I.

• Credentials as a CADC II, CADC or LADC II.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s prepared (DC II/III) staff or a LPHA with: Two or more years of experience in an addiction treatment setting and/or; Training as a Certified Addiction Recovery Coach.
• 1 to 2 years of experience in a mental health-related treatment program.
• Must have a valid Driver's License and a reliable vehicle for work purposes.

Take advantage of our competitive salary of $66, 000 a year along with a phenomenal benefits package that includes Dental, Health and Life insurance. Paid time off, earned vacation time and paid holidays just to name a few. ****PLUS $2000.00 sign on bonus available*****

At Center for Human Development (CHD), Care Finds a Way:

The Center for Human Development (CHD) provides a broad range of high quality, community-oriented human services dedicated to promoting, enhancing, and protecting the dignity and welfare of people in need. At CHD we are celebrating differences, inclusion is not just a policy- it is a daily practice. Multicultural, multilingual, and fluent in sign language, CHD is a reflection of those we serve.