Substance Abuse Clinician

Company: Bay State Community Services
Location: Plymouth
Posted on: January 11, 2021

Job Description:

Bay State Community Services
Description:
If you are looking to be part of a non-profit agency that has an excellent reputation, strength-based supervision and high regard when it comes to honoring the mission of our work, Bay State Community Services is the right place for you. Apply now!!What You Will Be Doing to Make a Difference....

• Present psychoeducational curriculum to clients as scheduled; subject matter may include Substance Abuse, Criminal Thinking, Anger Management and related topics as outlined in the curriculum manual
• Facilitate process/discussion groups regarding material covered in groups as listed above
• Provide individual counseling as needed
• Complete assessments, intakes, client schedules, treatment plans, periodic reviews and aftercare plans in timely fashion
• Provide accurate and timely documentation of services delivered, including case management service and group participation, as instructed by your supervisor
• Participate in all staff meetings and staff supervision
• Participate in all clinical discussions regarding client progress, as directed by your supervisor
• Maintain knowledge of community-based resources and complete referrals as needed
• Pursue professional development and maintain accurate CEUs
• Attend required meetings at your site
• Learn and demonstrate respect for the roles of the other agencies (Sheriff's Department, Parole, Probation, Office of Community Corrections, etc.) at your site; daily interaction with these agencies allows for comprehensive treatment of clients
• Respect boundaries between treatment and security
• Treat all clients with dignity and respect
• Other tasks that will contribute to the quality of services provided by BSCSFemale Offender Specialist Substance Abuse Clinician Specific Responsibilities
  • Provide gender-responsive services to female clients
  • Work with community-based resources to identify potential referrals for gender-responsive services, including a working relationship with a local domestic violence agency to provide Victims of Violence groups to female clientsSchedule:
    • Requires evening availability two nights per weekSalary/Benefits-Bay State Community Services recognizes all the hard work of our staff and provides outstanding benefits including:--- Competitive compensation --- BENEFITS START DAY ONE!!!!!--- 3 weeks accrued vacation upon hiring; 4 weeks accrued vacation after 2 years of service--- 11 paid holidays--- Outstanding Health and Dental Benefits--- 403(b) Retirement Plan with employer match--- Life and Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance--- Medical FSA and Dependent Care Account--- Mileage for all employees that drive for BSCS as part of their job responsibility--- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)--- Voluntary Short-Term Disability Plan--- Voluntary Vision Plan--- Career Ladder and Job Advancement.
      
      Requirements:
      QUALIFICATIONS (Education and Experience)
      • Bachelor's degree in Clinical Psychology, Education, Counseling, Psychology, Rehabilitative Counseling or Social Work required
      • Minimum of 2 years supervised counseling required
      • CADAC, SAS, LADC, or Substance Abuse counseling licensure preferred
      • CADAC, SAS or Substance Abuse treatment experience is a minimum requirement
      • Clinicians who do not have a college degree and/or a CADAC are expected to be actively pursuing this level of professional development
      • Valid MA driver's license with acceptable driving record and current proof of insurance
      • Acceptable CORI and SORI background record check as required by programBay State Community Services is committed to diversity, inclusion, and social justice. We are committed to providing an environment free from harassment of any kind, and mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all qualified applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Bay State Community Services believes diversity and inclusion, and social justice is an action, and as such seeks to operationalize policies, procedures and systems that support a talented, and diverse workforce. PI128459387

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