Substance Use Specialist

Newport Mental Health • Middletown, RI

3h • $60,000 - $65,000 • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Substance Use Specialist to join our team. Partnering with care teams, this role will coordinate care for our clients. Completes Intake & Psychosocial Assessments to determine diagnosis including mental illness and co-occurring substance use disorders. This role will accept individuals who are in the process of obtaining their LCDP with proof of progress toward completing licensure. The Substance Use Specialist will be working with an adult population (18+) who have severe and persistent mental illness requiring intensive, community-based treatment.

Requirements

• LCDP Certification in process with proof of progress toward completion or Bachelor's Degree with major in social science or related field.
• Exceptional verbal and writing skills with the ability to communicate with audiences across all levels.
• Self-motivated and independent with the ability to prioritize work to meet deadlines.
• Valid Driver’s License with reliable transportation to travel to our facilities throughout the area.

Nice To Haves

• Mission-Aligned: Excited to be a part of Newport Mental Health’s mission to improve the lives of our clients living and working in Newport County by providing the highest quality of care.
• Ally: Intentionally foster belonging, personal growth, and empowerment for all. A strong advocate for the BIPOC, LQBTQIA+, Woman, Veteran, and other underrepresented communities.
• Solution Orientated: Driven to think of different approaches to narrow the gap which leads to positive and effective changes.
• Time Management: A conscious planner and a thoughtful decision maker who adheres to deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual substance use counseling to assigned clients in accordance with organization policy & procedures.
• Lead group activities and group therapy related to substance abuse and addictions.
• Participate in comprehensive team treatment planning and activities.
• Collaborate with other disciplines and coworkers to ensure client needs are met.
• Educate clients regarding issues associated with substance abuse treatment.

Benefits

• 3 weeks of paid time off (PTO) to start
• Up to 11 paid holidays each year
• 1 paid Flex Holiday each year
• Separate paid personal days
• Separate paid sick time
• $3,000 annual bilingual pay incentive
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Dependent Care Accounts
• 403(b) retirement savings plan
• Company-paid life insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program and wellness resources

What This Job Offers

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