Dual Diagnosis Disorder Specialist (LCADC/CADC)

Cumberland County Guidance Center • Bridgeton, NJ

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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 provides specialized support to individuals experiencing co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders, including counseling, recovery support, crisis intervention, and treatment coordination to promote long-term stability and independence. The specialist works with a multidisciplinary team focused on recovery-oriented care, community outreach, and person-centered treatment.

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, or 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.
• 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 and recovery-oriented treatment approaches.
• Help clients develop recovery and relapse-prevention skills.
• Coordinate referrals to rehabilitation, detoxification, and treatment programs.
• Share responsibility for client caseload management.
• Connect clients with community resources, benefits, housing supports, and recovery services.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and comply with applicable standards.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Medical insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Paid time off.
• Employee discounts.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Clinical training and continuing education.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time