Substance Use Clinician
Adult Community Clinical Services (ACCS)
Mental Health Recovery Division (MHRS)
Full-time
Salary Range: $60,000 - 66,500 (Based on experience and credentials)
Position Summary:
Through collaboration with the Integrated Team, provide and assist program participants with information and strategies to support and maintain the development of pathways to individualized mental health recovery goals.
Position Responsibilities:
- Oversee coordination and writing of Intake, Assessment and Treatment Plans, including completion of Self-Sufficiency Matrix and other assessment tools. Make appropriate dispositions related to substance use.
- Meet with the participants to assess substance/addiction, potential of risk and impact, and stages of change to develop substance abuse formulation and contribute to the development or modification of a substance abuse assessment informing the participant’s Treatment Plan.
- Collaboratively recommend appropriate interventions, which may include brief intervention by the Substance Abuse Counselor and/or the Recovery Coach; or referral to additional treatment or self-help programs like AA. Teach and model interventions and recovery strategies with staff and recovery coaches and review Evidence Based Practices regarding substance use. Educate staff about the phenomenon and neurobiology of substance abuse and addiction. Provide training and supervision to ACCS team members that reflects needs identified in assessment and treatment plans.
- Work in conjunction with the team to implement Risk Management and Quality Improvement activities that focus on the enhancement of community tenure and stabilization and improving clinical and recovery outcomes.
- Maintain a caseload of up to 15 participants including the provision of individual, family, and group psychotherapy related to substance use; and the documentation of clinical work in electronic medical record. Submit intake assessments service notes, and treatment plan reviews as required.
- Other duties as assigned by the Clinical Team Leader, Contract Director or his/her designee.
Position Qualifications:
- Master’s degree in one of the following disciplines or a closely related field: clinical psychology, education-counseling, medicine, psychology, psychiatric nursing, rehabilitative counseling, social work.
- Licensed Substance Abuse Counselor (LADC I or II).
- A minimum of one year of supervised substance abuse counseling experience.
- Experience working with participants in mental health recovery preferred.
- Computer literacy.
- Vehicle, valid driver’s license and MVR on file.
Benefits / Incentives:
- Generous PTO (time-off) package.
- Comprehensive health and dental insurance plans.
- Life insurance and long-term disability insurance.
- 403(b) retirement plan.
- Tuition remission for eligible classes.
- Opportunities for career development and advancement.
- And much more
ServiceNet is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
At ServiceNet, you will make a real difference. Whether you’re working in residential direct care, clinical care, peer support, or other valuable roles, you’ll be part of a compassionate team dedicated to supporting our community.
And with over 1,500 employees and 100 programs across western Massachusetts, we’re confident there’s a role that’s the right fit for you.
ServiceNet is a non-profit agency supporting people with mental health challenges, developmental disabilities, brain injuries, homelessness, and more. We offer great benefits, room to grow, and plenty of rewarding opportunities. We’d love for you to join us!
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