Substance Abuse Specialist, ACT Team – Recovery Focused

Copa Health; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 52,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health coverage (ICHRA)

Dental and Vision

PTO 3 weeks

10 paid holidays

Wellness program

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) with company match

Employee assistance program

Life insurance

Job summary

Copa Health is seeking a Full‑Time Substance Abuse Specialist to collaborate with a multi‑disciplinary team, identifying and engaging individuals with serious mental illness and co‑occurring substance use disorders. The role focuses on stage‑wise engagement, treatment, harm reduction, relapse prevention, and recovery support across clinic, home, and community settings.

Responsibilities include conducting ASAM/DSM‑based assessments, providing counseling, and coordinating care with detox,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Behavioral Health or related field plus two years of experience with adults diagnosed with SMI or co‑occurring disorders.
• Alternative: six years of combined education and behavioral health experience with at least two years in SMI/co‑occurring disorders.
• Fingerprint clearance card issued by AZ DPS or eligible within eight weeks of hire.
• Reliable transportation and valid AZ Driver’s License with required insurance.

Responsibilities

• Serve as subject matter expert on substance use disorders and co‑occurring disorders.
• Implement integrated co‑occurring program aligned with ACT and IDDT standards.
• Provide outreach, engagement, and relapse prevention in clinic, home, and community settings.
• Conduct substance use screenings and assessments using ASAM/DSM criteria.
• Provide individual and group counseling and education.
• Coordinate care with detox, residential, MAT, hospitals, and community supports.

Skills

Substance abuse expertise

Co-occurring disorders

Recovery planning

Evidence-based interventions

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Behavioral Health

Two years of experience with adults with SMI or co-occurring disorders

Job description

Copa Health is seeking a Full‑Time Substance Abuse Specialist to collaborate with a multi‑disciplinary team, identifying and engaging individuals with serious mental illness and co‑occurring substance use disorders. The role focuses on stage‑wise engagement, treatment, harm reduction, relapse prevention, and recovery support across clinic, home, and community settings.

Responsibilities include conducting ASAM/DSM‑based assessments, providing counseling, and coordinating care with detox,