Co-Occurring Disorder Specialist

Brightli • St. Louis, MO

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

Are you passionate about helping individuals overcome the challenges of both mental health and substance use disorders? Join our compassionate and collaborative team as a Co-Occurring Disorder Specialist and play a vital role in supporting individuals on their journey toward recovery, wellness, and independence. This rewarding position offers the opportunity to provide meaningful therapeutic services, build strong therapeutic relationships, make a lasting impact in the community, collaborate with an experienced multidisciplinary team, and help clients achieve life-changing goals. We are seeking a dedicated, empathetic professional who thrives in a client-centered environment and is committed to helping others succeed.
As a Co-Occurring Disorder Specialist, you will provide individual therapy, group therapy, educational services, and family interventions for individuals experiencing persistent mental health disorders, substance use disorders, and co-occurring conditions. Through evidence-based treatment, interdisciplinary collaboration, assertive outreach, and comprehensive care planning, you will help individuals build recovery skills, improve functioning, and achieve greater stability in their lives. This position offers a unique opportunity to work directly with clients while contributing to a highly supportive team focused on recovery-oriented care.

Requirements

• Must be a Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) with at least one year of training or supervised experience in substance use treatment OR Must be a Qualified Addiction Professional (QAP) with one of the following credentials: CADC, CRADC, CRAADC, CCJP, CCDP-D, RADC, or RADC-P
• Must possess a valid driver's license, acceptable driving record, current auto insurance, and reliable transportation
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to complete accurate clinical documentation
• Ability to establish and maintain effective professional relationships with clients, families, referral sources, and team members
• Ability to provide services in a variety of community and office-based settings
• Ability to exercise sound judgment, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills in a clinical environment
• Ability to follow supervision, organizational policies, and professional standards of practice
• Must successfully complete background screenings, including criminal, driving, abuse/neglect, and fingerprint checks
• Perform sedentary work requiring exertion of up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and negligible force frequently
• Sit for extended periods while providing services, completing documentation, and attending meetings
• Occasionally walk and stand while conducting client services and participating in program activities
• Perform repetitive hand, finger, and arm movements associated with typing, writing, and electronic documentation
• Lift, carry, push, or pull light objects as necessary to perform essential job functions
• Utilize computers, office equipment, and electronic health record systems throughout the workday

Nice To Haves

• Experience providing therapy and treatment services to individuals with co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders preferred
• Knowledge of integrated treatment approaches, recovery-oriented care, and behavioral health best practices preferred
• Experience facilitating individual and group therapy sessions preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide individual, group, and family therapy services for individuals experiencing co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders
• Conduct co-occurring assessments and assist in developing individualized treatment plans that support recovery goals
• Deliver educational services and therapeutic interventions designed to improve coping skills, recovery outcomes, and overall wellness
• Build trusting therapeutic relationships through assertive outreach, engagement strategies, and person-centered support
• Collaborate with treatment team members to identify treatment goals, coordinate services, and ensure continuity of care
• Maintain an active caseload while providing high-quality clinical services and ongoing client support
• Connect individuals with community resources and supportive services that address identified needs and barriers to recovery
• Participate in crisis intervention and emergency services to provide rapid support during emotional or behavioral health crises
• Provide guidance and cross-training to team members regarding co-occurring disorder treatment and best practices
• Adhere to DMH requirements, ITCD fidelity standards, organizational policies, and professional ethical standards
• Participate in treatment team meetings, staff meetings, quality improvement activities, and professional development opportunities
• Maintain timely, accurate documentation and clinical records in accordance with organizational and regulatory requirements
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support program operations and client success

Benefits

• Employee Assistance Program – 24/7 counseling services, legal assistance, & financial consultation for you and your household at no cost
• Mileage Reimbursement – Company paid for work functions requiring travel
• Employee Discounts – Hotels, Theme Parks & Attractions, College Tuition
• Paid time off: full-time employees receive an attractive time off package to balance your work and personal life
• Employee benefits package: full-time employees receive health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more
• Top-notch training: initial, ongoing, comprehensive, and supportive
• Career mobility: advancement opportunities/promoting from within

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed