Temporary Counselor - Quincy CJSC

Bay State Community Services Inc; Quincy (MA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Bay State Community Services seeks a dedicated Counselor to join our Community Justice Support Team in Quincy, MA. You will provide individual and group counseling to justice-involved individuals in recovery from substance use disorder, using empathetic, evidence-based care across multiple media.

Driving is required. Minimum qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and at least 2 years of supervised counseling; licensure such as CADAC/SAC/LADC is preferred, and ongoing

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Clinical Psychology, Education, Counseling, Psychology, Social Work or related human services field.
• Minimum of 2 years supervised counseling experience.
• CADAC, SAS, LADC, or Substance Abuse counseling licensure preferred.
• CADAC, SAS or Substance Abuse treatment experience is a minimum requirement.
• Clinicians who do not have a college degree and/or a CADAC are expected to be actively pursuing this level of professional development.

Responsibilities

• Present psychoeducational curriculum to clients as scheduled; subject matter may include Substance Abuse, Criminal Thinking, Anger Management and related topics as outlined in the curriculum manual
• Facilitate discussion groups regarding different pathways to recovery
• Provide individual counseling as needed
• Complete assessments, intakes, client schedules, treatment plans, periodic reviews and aftercare plans in timely fashion
• Provide accurate and timely documentation of services delivered, including case management and group participation, as instructed by your supervisor
• Treat all clients with dignity and respect
• Driving is required

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Clinical Psychology / Education / Counseling / Psychology / Social Work or related human services field

Minimum of 2 years supervised counseling

CADAC / SAS / LADC licensure preferred

CADAC, SAS or Substance Abuse treatment experience minimum

Pursuing degree if lacking CADAC or college degree

Job description

We are seeking a dedicated Counselor to join our Community Justice Support Team in Quincy, Ma. The ideal candidate is passionate about supporting justice-involved individuals in recovery from substance use disorder by providing empathetic and evidence based care through various mediums which include both individual and group counseling sessions.

What You Will Be Done to Make a Difference

• Present psychoeducational curriculum to clients as scheduled; subject matter may include Substance Abuse, Criminal Thinking, Anger Management and related topics as outlined in the curriculum manual
• Facilitate discussion groups regarding different pathways to recovery
• Provide individual counseling as needed
• Complete assessments, intakes, client schedules, treatment plans, periodic reviews and aftercare plans in timely fashion
• Provide accurate and timely documentation of services delivered, including case management and group participation, as instructed by your supervisor
• Treat all clients with dignity and respect
• Driving is required

This role is not eligible for standard Bay State Community Services health and wellness benefits.

Requirements

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Clinical Psychology, Education, Counseling, Psychology, Social Work or any human services related concentration required
• Minimum of 2 years supervised counseling required
• CADAC, SAS, LADC, or Substance Abuse counseling licensure preferred
• CADAC, SAS or Substance Abuse treatment experience is a minimum requirement
• Clinicians who do not have a college degree and/or a CADAC are expected to be actively pursuing this level of professional development

Bay State Community Services is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing an environment free from bias, discrimination, or harassment of any kind, and mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all qualified applicants and teammates without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Contact Information

857-374-5669

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