Drug & Alcohol Specialist - Substance Abuse Counselor (Forensic)

Bucks County • Bucks County, PA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Bucks County Drug & Alcohol Commission, Inc. is hiring a Drug and Alcohol Specialist-Substance Abuse Counselor to provide recovery-oriented intervention services to male and female inmates with substance use and/or co-occurring disorders at the Bucks County Correctional Facility in Doylestown, Pennsylvania. This is an onsite position, five days per week, Monday through Friday, from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, for 40 hours per week. The position reports to the Forensic Programs Manager. Salary is available upon request.

The role involves screening and assessment; individual and group education and intervention; case coordination and education; partnership development with Corrections staff and community providers; case documentation; and contributing to the development or enhancement of program curriculum. The successful candidate will be familiar with substance use treatment and recovery supports, and able to deliver services in a correctional environment with awareness of group dynamics and cognitive behavioral approaches.

Candidates should submit a written resume and cover letter by email or upload. The application deadline is open until filled. Bucks County Drug & Alcohol Commission, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and embraces diversity in its community and workforce.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree.
• State-recognized substance abuse counseling certification, such as CADC, CASAC, or LADC.
• At least 3 years of direct documented experience in a substance use disorder or behavioral health treatment program.
• Awareness of programming in correctional settings, group dynamics, service delivery, and cognitive behavioral approaches in correctional settings or when working with individuals in correctional systems.
• Understanding of addiction, treatment modalities, and recovery support systems.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree or above from an accredited college in chemical dependency, psychology, social work, counseling, nursing with a clinical specialty in human services, or another related field that includes a practicum in a health or human services agency.
• Bilingual English/Spanish skills.
• Experience working with diverse populations, including individuals with co-occurring mental health disorders.
• Knowledge of local and state resources for substance abuse and mental health services.

Responsibilities

• Conduct screening and assessment of inmates with substance use and/or co-occurring disorders.
• Provide individual and group educational and intervention sessions.
• Coordinate cases and provide education.
• Develop, implement, and maintain partnerships with Corrections staff and community providers to coordinate services.
• Maintain case records and documentation as required.
• Enhance existing curriculum or develop new curriculum as required.
• Attend staff meetings, conferences, training, and other activities as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level