Dual Diagnosis Disorder Specialist (LCADC/CADC)

Cumberland County Guidance Center•Bridgeton, NJ

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Cumberland County Guidance Center is seeking a full-time Dual Diagnosis Disorder Specialist to join its Program for Assertive Community Treatment (PACT) team in Bridgeton, New Jersey. This community-based role supports individuals experiencing co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders through counseling, recovery support, crisis intervention, and treatment coordination. The Specialist works with a multidisciplinary team to deliver recovery-oriented, person-centered care, community outreach, and support for clients’ long-term stability and independence. Cumberland County Guidance Center is a nonprofit community mental health organization serving Cumberland County and Southern New Jersey. Its multidisciplinary workforce provides behavioral health and mental health services to individuals and families. The organization has served the community for more than 60 years and was recognized as the 2026 Non-Profit of the Year by the Greater Vineland Chamber of Commerce.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a mental health-related field from an accredited college or university.
CADC (Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor) or LCADC (Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor) credential.
At least two years of post-certification experience working with co-occurring disorders, serious and persistent mental illness, and MICA (Mentally Ill Chemically Addicted) populations.
Knowledge of substance use treatment and recovery principles.
Experience providing counseling and community-based behavioral health services.
Valid New Jersey driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
Ability to work a flexible 40-hour schedule.
Availability for occasional evenings, weekends, holidays, and on-call responsibilities.
Strong communication, engagement, and crisis intervention skills.

Nice To Haves

Spanish-English bilingual skills.
Experience with PACT or Assertive Community Treatment programs.
Experience using Motivational Interviewing (MI).
Knowledge of recovery-oriented and integrated treatment models.

Responsibilities

Conduct substance use assessments and screenings.
Provide substance abuse counseling and recovery support services.
Deliver crisis intervention and symptom assessment.
Use Motivational Interviewing (MI) and recovery-oriented treatment approaches.
Help clients develop recovery and relapse-prevention skills.
Coordinate referrals to rehabilitation, detoxification, and treatment programs.
Share responsibility for managing client caseloads.
Connect clients with community resources, benefits, housing supports, and recovery services.
Maintain accurate clinical documentation and comply with clinical standards.