DUAL DIAGNOSIS DISORDER SPECIALIST- PACT

Cumberland County Guidance Center•Bridgeton, NJ

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Join a dynamic team at Cumberland County Guidance Center as a Full-Time Dual Diagnosis Disorder Specialist in Bridgeton, NJ! This onsite role promises opportunity to make a profound impact in the lives of individuals facing mental health and substance use challenges. Collaborate with passionate professionals and immerse yourself in a culture that thrives on flexibility, energy, and customer-centricity. You will be at the forefront of delivering empathetic care, playing a pivotal role in our mission to solve problems and transform lives in our community. The expected pay for this position is competitive and dependent on your credentials, offering you the chance to be rewarded for your expertise. You will have benefits such as Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, and Employee Discounts. Take the leap and apply today, and be part of a workplace where your skills will truly shine and make a difference! Who are we? An Introduction For over 60 years, The Guidance Center has been a primary mental health support agency, providing compassionate, professional care to individuals and families in Cumberland County, NJ. As a non-profit organization, our dedicated team of professionals, including doctors, nurses, therapists, and support staff, works to diagnose and treat all types of mental illness. Your day to day as a DUAL DIAGNOSIS DISORDER SPECIALIST As a full-time Dual Diagnosis Specialist in our Program for Assertive Community Treatment (PACT) department, you will play a vital role in transforming lives by providing comprehensive substance abuse assessments, education, and counseling to clients in need. Your expertise will shine as you deliver crisis intervention and symptom assessment, empowering clients to develop essential recovery skills and embrace a substance-free lifestyle. Engage in assertive community outreach while assisting in the referral process to rehabilitation programs, ensuring that clients receive the support they require. Your active participation in team meetings and treatment planning will foster collaboration and enhance the effectiveness of recovery plans focused on reducing substance use or achieving abstinence. Join us in sharing the responsibility of managing caseloads, all while contributing to a healthier, more vibrant community where wellness is attainable for all individuals. Are you a good fit for this DUAL DIAGNOSIS DISORDER SPECIALIST job? To thrive as a Dual Diagnosis Specialist at Cumberland County Guidance Center, you will need a robust skill set that includes a Bachelor’s degree in a mental health-related discipline from an accredited institution, complemented by appropriate credentials as a Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LCADC) or Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC). Your two years of post-certification experience working with chronically mentally ill and/or MICA consumers will equip you with invaluable insights and empathy needed for client interaction. This role demands flexibility, as you will work a 40-hour schedule that may include weekends, holidays, and on-call rotations. A valid New Jersey driver's license with a clean five-year driving record is essential for community outreach efforts. Additionally, being bilingual in Spanish is preferred, enhancing your ability to connect with a diverse clientele and making you an even more effective advocate for recovery and wellness. Our team needs you! If you think this job aligns with your requirements, then submitting an application is simple. Good luck! A Background Check is required Clear Five year driving record/abstract with ability to be insured by organizations carrier.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a mental health-related discipline from an accredited institution
Appropriate credentials as a Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LCADC) or Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC)
Two (2) years of experience beyond certification working with chronically mentally ill and/or MICA consumers
Willingness to work a flexible 40-hour schedule per week including some weekends and holidays and on-call rotation
Possession of a valid New Jersey driver's license with a clean five-year driving record that meets organizational standards and qualifies for insurance coverage

Nice To Haves

Bilingual – Spanish speaking preferred

Responsibilities

providing comprehensive substance abuse assessments
education
counseling to clients in need
deliver crisis intervention and symptom assessment
empowering clients to develop essential recovery skills and embrace a substance-free lifestyle
Engage in assertive community outreach while assisting in the referral process to rehabilitation programs
active participation in team meetings and treatment planning will foster collaboration and enhance the effectiveness of recovery plans focused on reducing substance use or achieving abstinence
sharing the responsibility of managing caseloads