Licensed Substance Use Clinician – Youth & Family Services (Seven Challenges Program)
About The Position
At Tides Family Services, we believe healing happens in real life—not just in an office. As an “Agency Without Walls,” our services are delivered in homes, schools, and communities across Rhode Island. We are seeking a passionate Licensed Chemical Dependency Professional (LCDP) to join our team and implement The Seven Challenges, a nationally recognized evidence-based model for youth and young adults. This is your opportunity to make a direct, lasting impact by supporting young people and their families as they overcome substance use challenges and build life skills for a brighter future.
Requirements
- Experienced in human services, healthcare, or nonprofit work (2–4 years minimum)
- Skilled in crisis management, problem-solving, and relationship building
- Comfortable providing in-home and community-based services
- Strengths-based and mission-driven, focused on helping youth remain in their communities
- Able to work flexible hours, including evenings or weekends as needed
- LCDP, LCSW, LICSW, LMHC, or LMFT (just one)
- Valid driver’s license and registered/inspected vehicle
Nice To Haves
- Bilingual (English/Spanish/Portuguese/Creole)
Responsibilities
- Conduct bio-psychosocial assessments with youth, families, and significant others
- Provide in-home and community-based counseling aligned with the Seven Challenges model
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop and monitor treatment goals
- Support families in reunification efforts and promote stable commitments for children
- Maintain crisis intervention, trauma support, and safety planning for clients and families
- Track progress, drug screenings, and case metrics using the TFS ECHO platform
- Uphold NASW professional standards and deliver culturally sensitive services
- Participate in team meetings, clinical supervision, and program reporting
- Meet weekly service delivery expectations while ensuring quality and client engagement
Benefits
- $64,000–$73,000 based on experience and qualifications
- Opportunities for professional development and training
- Supportive team and supervision environment
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
