FACT Substance Abuse Specialist (Wakulla and Gadsden)

Apalachee Center, Inc.; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Apalachee Center, Inc. in North Florida seeks a compassionate FACT Substance Abuse Specialist to join our Florida Assertive Community Treatment team.

You will provide assessments, counseling, and recovery support to adults with co-occurring disorders, and coordinate care with a multidisciplinary team. Responsibilities include crisis intervention, treatment planning, connecting clients with resources, documenting care, and promoting stability and community integration.

Qualifications

• Assess mental health and substance use disorders in adults.
• Provide individual, group, and family counseling and support.
• Develop and monitor individualized treatment plans for recovery and stability.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary team and community resources.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive mental health and substance use assessments.
• Provide individual, group, and family counseling and recovery support.
• Develop individualized treatment plans focused on recovery, relapse prevention, and long-term stability.
• Assist individuals with co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders.
• Provide crisis intervention and participate in scheduled after-hours on-call coverage.
• Connect clients with community resources, treatment programs, housing assistance, and other support services.
• Teach essential life skills and coping strategies.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to coordinate care and education.

Skills

Mental health assessment

Counseling

Crisis intervention

Case management

Team collaboration

Recovery planning

Education

MSW or equivalent

Tools

EHR systems

Treatment planning software

Job description

Apalachee Center, Inc. | North Florida

Join Our Team and Make a Difference in Mental Health and Recovery!

Apalachee Center, Inc. is a leading behavioral health provider dedicated to helping individuals and families throughout North Florida recover from mental health challenges, psychiatric conditions, and substance use disorders.

We proudly provide comprehensive behavioral health services across eight counties: Franklin, Gadsden, Jefferson, Leon, Liberty, Madison, Taylor, and Wakulla.

Position Overview

We are seeking a compassionate, dedicated, and experienced FACT Substance Abuse Specialist to join our Florida Assertive Community Treatment (FACT) team.

The FACT program provides intensive, community-based behavioral health services to adults living with severe and persistent mental illness. The Substance Abuse Specialist plays a vital role in helping individuals address substance use challenges, achieve recovery goals, develop healthy coping skills, and maintain stability and independence within their communities.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive mental health and substance use assessments.
• Provide individual, group, and family counseling and recovery support.
• Develop individualized treatment plans focused on recovery, relapse prevention, and long-term stability.
• Assist individuals with co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders.
• Provide crisis intervention and participate in scheduled after-hours on-call coverage.
• Connect clients with community resources, treatment programs, housing assistance, and other support services.
• Teach essential life skills, including stress management, healthy relationships, independent living, and coping strategies.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary treatment team to coordinate comprehensive client care.
• Provide education and cross-training to team members regarding substance use disorders and effective treatment approaches.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in accordance with agency standards.
• Participate in treatment team meetings, case reviews, and ongoing care coordination.
• Promote client safety, independence, and successful community integration.