Home-Based Family Recovery Specialist

Advanced Behavioral Health, Inc.; Connecticut; Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Advanced Behavioral Health, Inc. seeks an MDFR Specialist to deliver Multidimensional Family Recovery services in Connecticut. The role involves home visits, community-based delivery, and collaboration with DCF case planning to support family recovery and child well-being.

Requirements include a relevant degree, MDFR certification (9–12 months), and a valid driver's license. Spanish/English bilingual ability is preferred to serve Hispanic youth and families.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher preferred but not required, with several years of experience in substance use treatment.
• Must become fully certified as an MDFR Specialist typically lasts 9-12 months.
• Compliance with current CT and federal health and vaccine requirements.
• Attends annual Conflict of Interest training.

Responsibilities

• Deliver MDFR services on-site at DCF, in client homes, or in other community locations.
• MDFR Specialists may participate in DCF case consultation and service planning meetings.
• Bi-lingual Spanish/English preferred with expertise working with Hispanic youth and families, and with experience in the substance use field.

Skills

Engagement services

Substance use knowledge

Mental health services

Stages of change

Communication skills

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

MDFR Specialist certification (9–12 months)

Tools

MS Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Access

Outlook

Internet

Job description

Advanced Behavioral Health, Inc. seeks an MDFR Specialist to deliver Multidimensional Family Recovery services in Connecticut. The role involves home visits, community-based delivery, and collaboration with DCF case planning to support family recovery and child well-being.

Requirements include a relevant degree, MDFR certification (9–12 months), and a valid driver's license. Spanish/English bilingual ability is preferred to serve Hispanic youth and families.