Substance Use Counselor

North American Family Institute
Danvers, Massachusetts, United States
$68K a year
Full-time

Do you have a strong commitment to aiding some of Massachusetts' most vulnerable families? Are you in search of a role where fostering positive relationships, paired with curriculum-based interventions, can make a significant impact?

Are you actively pursuing an LADC or another substance use license or certification?

NFI Massachusetts, Inc., a private non-profit human service organization, is currently in need of a master’s level candidate for a community-based Substance Use program that encompasses both the Greater Merrimack Valley and the North Shore.

NFI MA is looking for a dedicated and passionate individual to collaborate with individuals and families grappling with substance use challenges.

This presents a distinctive opportunity to engage with individuals in their homes, offering essential support, education, and resources.

Job Responsibilities :

  • Ongoing individual and family psychoeducation regarding impact of substance use.
  • Knowledge of and connection to community resources.
  • Maintaining contact with referring agencies, case workers, families, and collaterals.
  • Completion of individual treatment plans that include the client’s participation.
  • Facilitation and participation in treatment plan meetings, case conferences, and other clinical meetings.
  • Collaboration with other natural and formal supports.
  • Harm-reduction and recovery planning.
  • Crisis intervention as needed.

Qualifications :

  • Must have completed a Master’s degree in a behavioral science field.
  • Some coursework in counseling required.
  • Experience in the field of substance abuse required.
  • Excellent interpersonal, organizational and writing skills.
  • Knowledge of or training in trauma-informed treatment preferred.
  • Flexible schedule including some evenings and Saturdays.
  • Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle a must.
  • Bilingual- Spanish Speaking preferred but not required.

Work location : North Shore

Starting Salary : $68,000 annually.

Benefits for full time employees include : Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, 403(b) Retirement Plan, 3 weeks paid vacation time, Paid Sick Leave and Tuition reimbursement up to $2500 per fiscal year

NFI Massachusetts Inc., is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

We seek to empower individuals and support the diversity and inclusivity within our workforce.

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