Substance Use Specialist — Recovery-Focused Counselor

Community Care Alliance; Woonsocket (RI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A community health organization is seeking a full-time Substance Use Specialist in Woonsocket, Rhode Island. The role involves providing assessment, counseling, and treatment for adults with co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders. Candidates should have an AA degree with a valid LCDP and experience in community behavioral health services. A valid driver's license and strong computer skills are preferred. Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. Join a multidisciplinary team dedicated to recovery-focused care.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver’s license and current vehicle insurance.
• Preferred experience in community behavioral health services.
• Strong computer skills and use of electronic health records are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Provide assessment and counseling to adults with substance use disorders.
• Work as part of a multidisciplinary team in various community settings.
• Engage individuals using psychotherapy techniques and maintain ethical guidelines.

Skills

Counseling

Assessment

Case management

Relapse prevention

Multicultural awareness

Education

AA degree with an LCDP

License as LCDP, CADC, LICSW, LCSW, LMHC, LMFT

Job description

A community health organization is seeking a full-time Substance Use Specialist in Woonsocket, Rhode Island. The role involves providing assessment, counseling, and treatment for adults with co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders. Candidates should have an AA degree with a valid LCDP and experience in community behavioral health services. A valid driver's license and strong computer skills are preferred. Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. Join a multidisciplinary team dedicated to recovery-focused care.