Trauma-Informed Addiction Counselor - Recovery Support

Bay Cove Cape Cod; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Bay Cove Human Services is seeking a Counselor to deliver clinical services for individuals in recovery from substance use and co-occurring disorders. You will assess, plan, and provide counseling while coordinating with other providers within Bay Cove’s continuum of care.

You will participate in trauma‑informed, person-centered approaches, maintain electronic health records, and work with a multidisciplinary team to support recovery goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in social work or closely related field required.
• Minimum of one year supervised counseling experience in SUD/behavioral health.
• Licensure in LADC I/II, CAC, or CADAC preferred.
• Knowledge of SUD treatment continuum and aftercare options.
• Ability to work with individuals in distress.
• Independent judgment for emergencies and problem solving.
• Proficiency with Windows, Word, and Google Apps.
• Strong clinical writing, communication, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide counseling and case management for individuals in recovery.
• Develop comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments and treatment plans.
• Facilitate individual, group, and family sessions per action plan.
• Document in electronic health records per guidelines.
• Collaborate within multidisciplinary team and coordinate care.
• Identify and connect to transitional and aftercare supports.

Skills

Interviewing

Biopsychosocial assessments

Treatment planning

Documentation

Team collaboration

Crisis intervention

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in social work or related field

Tools

EHR documentation

Microsoft Word

Google Apps

Job description

Bay Cove Human Services is seeking a Counselor to deliver clinical services for individuals in recovery from substance use and co-occurring disorders. You will assess, plan, and provide counseling while coordinating with other providers within Bay Cove’s continuum of care.

You will participate in trauma‑informed, person-centered approaches, maintain electronic health records, and work with a multidisciplinary team to support recovery goals.