Recovery-Focused Substance Use Specialist

Apalachee Center, Inc.; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Apalachee Center, Inc. in Florida seeks a compassionate FACT Substance Abuse Specialist to join its Assertive Community Treatment team serving adults with severe mental illness.

You will conduct assessments, provide counseling, develop recovery plans, and coordinate with a multidisciplinary team to connect clients with community resources.

This role emphasizes crisis intervention, after-hours on-call coverage, and promoting independence and community integration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, or related field required.
• Minimum of two years of related professional experience with substance use disorders.
• Experience with Assertive Community Treatment (ACT/PACT) model preferred.
• Valid driver's license and ability to meet driving requirements.

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.

Skills

Assessment

Crisis intervention

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Psychology / Social Work / Counseling

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Apalachee Center, Inc. in Florida seeks a compassionate FACT Substance Abuse Specialist to join its Assertive Community Treatment team serving adults with severe mental illness.

You will conduct assessments, provide counseling, develop recovery plans, and coordinate with a multidisciplinary team to connect clients with community resources.

This role emphasizes crisis intervention, after-hours on-call coverage, and promoting independence and community integration.