Addiction and Mental Health Clinician (Human Services Coordinator II) - Recovery from Addictions Program

Commonwealth of Massachusetts•Taunton, MA

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About The Position

The Recovery from Addictions Program (RAP), operated by the Department of Mental Health in collaboration with the Department of Public Health’s Bureau of Substance Addiction Services, provides treatment for individuals civilly committed by courts for substance use treatment for up to 90 days. The program provides acute detoxification and early clinical stabilization, and helps clients develop community-based connections to outpatient supports and substance use disorder treatment providers. RAP provides administrative, medical, clinical, and non-clinical services, with a mission to deliver quality, client-centered care and recovery-oriented treatment. The Addiction and Mental Health Clinician provides direct clinical care to assigned clients, individually and in groups, while promoting behaviors that recognize clients’ human rights. Services include counseling, group facilitation, education, orientation, case management, and discharge and aftercare planning. The position also coordinates with interdisciplinary teams and community providers to plan and support clients’ rehabilitation, stabilization, and continuity of care. The position is 40 hours per week, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with Sunday and Monday off. Travel may be required based on assignment. Candidates who choose to use a motor vehicle for travel must hold a current, valid driver’s license at the class level required for the assignment. The position is subject to required COVID-19 and influenza vaccination or mitigation measures for staff in State Hospitals and State Congregate Care Facilities. A criminal background check and verification of education, licensure, and certifications are part of the pre-hire process.

Requirements

Ability to facilitate groups.
Demonstrated understanding of professional boundaries and ethics.
Understanding of the disease concept and evidence-based practices, current therapies, and/or self-help programs used to treat addiction.
Skill in recognizing the relationship between substance abuse and mental health issues, including trauma.
Strong diagnostic and assessment skills and case management ability.
At least one year of experience working with clients with primary substance use disorders, and knowledge of substance use and treatment systems.
At least four years of full-time, or equivalent part-time, case management or clinical/therapeutic experience, or an equivalent combination of experience and eligible substitutions.
A bachelor's degree or higher in a related field may substitute for two years of the required case management or clinical/therapeutic experience.
A current, valid motor vehicle driver’s license at the class level specific to the assignment is required if the incumbent elects to use a motor vehicle for travel.

Nice To Haves

Professional licensure or certification in a human service field, including LCSW, LICSW, LMHC, LADC, or CADC.
A positive, non-judgmental, and accepting attitude toward individuals with substance use disorders.
Self-motivation, strong organizational skills, and superior attention to detail.
Bilingual or multilingual fluency.

Responsibilities

Provide individual and family counseling, facilitate groups, deliver lectures, orient new clients, and provide case management for assigned clients.
Complete assessments, treatment plans, progress notes, biopsychosocial assessments, discharge summaries, and other required documentation within required time frames.
Collaborate with Aftercare staff to determine aftercare needs, coordinate discharge, and arrange aftercare services and referrals.
Facilitate psycho-educational, recovery, and treatment groups.
Participate in staff meetings, case conferences, educational conferences, and mandatory trainings.
Facilitate interdisciplinary Treatment Team Meetings.
Coordinate with Aftercare staff and the Benefits Coordinator to establish client needs, follow up on services, create rehabilitation and stabilization goals and service/support plans, plan service delivery, and support clients in completing services.
Educate clients and families about medication-assisted treatment (MAT) options and collaborate with existing MAT providers.
Provide clinical consultation to Recovery Treatment Workers.
Complete referral packets, partner with DMH Site and Area Offices, and identify adults needing placement.
Convey information and explain options to clients with varying expectations, needs, cultures, and languages, and assist them in determining appropriate actions.