Dual Diagnosis Disorder Specialist (LCADC/CADC)

Cumberland County Guidance Center; Bridgeton (NJ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Employee Discounts

Professional Development Opportunities

Clinical Training and Continuing Ed

Job summary

Cumberland County Guidance Center in Bridgeton, NJ, is seeking a Full-Time Dual Diagnosis Disorder Specialist to join the PACT team. You will work with individuals who have co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders, delivering counseling, crisis intervention, and treatment coordination to promote long-term stability.

The role involves assessments, community-based services, collaboration with a multidisciplinary team, and ongoing documentation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a mental health-related field from an accredited college or university.
• CADC (Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor) or LCADC (Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor) credential.
• Minimum two years of post-certification experience working with co-occurring disorders, serious and persistent mental illness, and MICA populations.
• Knowledge of substance use treatment and recovery principles.
• Experience providing counseling and community-based behavioral health services.
• Valid New Jersey driver's license with an acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Conduct substance use assessments and screenings.
• Provide substance abuse counseling and recovery support services.
• Deliver crisis intervention and symptom assessment.
• Utilize Motivational Interviewing (MI) and recovery-oriented treatment approaches.
• Assist clients in developing recovery and relapse-prevention skills.
• Coordinate referrals to rehabilitation, detoxification, and treatment programs.
• Share responsibility for client caseload management.
• Connect clients with community resources, benefits, housing supports, and recovery services.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and compliance standards.

Skills

Co-occurring disorders knowledge

Crisis intervention

Motivational Interviewing

Recovery-oriented treatment

Counseling skills

Case management

Communication skills

Valid NJ driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree in a mental health-related field

CADC or LCADC credential

Job description

Help Individuals Achieve Recovery and Stability

Cumberland County Guidance Center is seeking a Full-Time Dual Diagnosis Disorder Specialist to join our Program for Assertive Community Treatment (PACT) team in Bridgeton, NJ.

If you're passionate about helping individuals overcome both mental health and substance use challenges, this is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact every day. In this community-based role, you'll work directly with individuals experiencing co-occurring disorders, providing counseling, recovery support, crisis intervention, and treatment coordination that helps people move toward long-term stability and independence.

You'll join a multidisciplinary team dedicated to recovery-oriented care, community outreach, and person-centered treatment while working in an environment that values collaboration, professional growth, and clinical excellence.

About Cumberland County Guidance Center

For more than 60 years, Cumberland County Guidance Center has been a trusted provider of behavioral health and mental health services throughout Cumberland County and Southern New Jersey. As a nonprofit community mental health organization, our team of clinicians, nurses, social workers, physicians, counselors, and support professionals provides compassionate, evidence-based care to individuals and families facing mental health and substance use challenges.

Cumberland County Guidance Center is proud to be recognized as the 2026 Non-Profit of the Year by the Greater Vineland Chamber of Commerce. This honor reflects our commitment to serving the community and improving lives through quality behavioral healthcare services.

What You'll Do

As a Dual Diagnosis Disorder Specialist, you'll provide specialized support for individuals living with co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders.

Responsibilities include:

• Conducting substance use assessments and screenings
• Providing substance abuse counseling and recovery support services
• Delivering crisis intervention and symptom assessment
• Utilizing Motivational Interviewing (MI) and recovery-oriented treatment approaches
• Assisting clients in developing recovery and relapse-prevention skills
• Coordinating referrals to rehabilitation, detoxification, and treatment programs
• Sharing responsibility for client caseload management
• Connecting clients with community resources, benefits, housing supports, and recovery services
• Maintaining accurate clinical documentation and compliance standards

Benefits

We value our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Competitive Salary
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Discounts
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Clinical Training and Continuing Education

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in a mental health-related field from an accredited college or university
• CADC (Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor) or LCADC (Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor) credential
• Minimum two years of post-certification experience working with:
  • Co-occurring disorders
  • Serious and persistent mental illness
  • MICA (Mentally Ill Chemically Addicted) populations
• Knowledge of substance use treatment and recovery principles
• Experience providing counseling and community-based behavioral health services
• Valid New Jersey driver's license with an acceptable driving record

Additional Requirements

• Ability to work a flexible 40-hour schedule
• Availability for occasional evenings, weekends, holidays, and on-call responsibilities
• Strong communication, engagement, and crisis intervention skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Spanish-English bilingual skills
• Experience with PACT or Assertive Community Treatment programs
• Experience utilizing Motivational Interviewing (MI)
• Knowledge of recovery-oriented and integrated treatment models

Ready to Make an Impact?

If you're looking for a rewarding behavioral health career where your expertise can help individuals overcome substance use and mental health challenges, we'd love to hear from you.