Substance Use Counselor

Advocates • Southborough, MA

16d • Onsite

About The Position

The Substance Use Counselor provides supervision to residential staff while developing staff skills in responding to complex issues such as co-occurring disorders, substance use and trauma. The Substance Use Counselor will conduct assessments and provide therapeutic services to residents requiring additional support as a result of co-occurring disorders and/or traumas. At Advocates, we provide comprehensive services for people facing developmental, mental health, or other life challenges. We’re a nonprofit, mission-driven organization with a person-centered approach, empowering the individuals we support to make choices, build independence, and live full, meaningful lives. Our work is rooted in respect, compassion, and inclusion, and we envision a world where individual differences are appreciated and celebrated. At Advocates, we value the ideas, experiences, and contributions of employees and are committed to fostering a supportive, welcoming culture where everyone can grow and thrive.

Requirements

• LADC I preferred
• The following alternative credentials and experience will be considered in lieu of a LADC I LADC ll, CADAC l, CADAC ll
• BS/BA or MA with 2 years of experience in an addiction treatment setting
• Training and/or Certification as a Recovery Coach
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Ability to contribute independently to and thrive within a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Strong organizational, scheduling and prioritizing skills, and ability to multitask.
• Outstanding reasoning and problem solving abilities.
• Must hold a valid driver's license, have access to an operational and insured vehicle and be willing to use it to transport clients.
• Strongly prefer a candidate that will have a demonstrated understanding of and competence in serving culturally diverse populations.

Responsibilities

• Collaborating with staff, provide high quality evaluations, individual and group clinical services.
• Support persons served by utilizing strategies including Screening, Brief Intervention and Referral for Treatment (SBIRT), Stages of Change model, Motivational Interviewing, and Harm Reduction.
• Support clinical staff within the team concerning the area of Addiction Recovery.
• Demonstrate a proactive commitment to maintaining effective communication with staff and customers to facilitate and promote effective working relationships and customer service.
• Ensure that clinical services are being delivered and documented in accordance with Advocates’ clinical philosophy and all licensing and regulatory bodies.
• Attend and actively participate in trainings as assigned; maintain necessary certifications and licenses.
• Liaise with other community provider and related agencies, and develop community resources.

What This Job Offers

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