ACT Substance Use Specialist

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Location: Woonsocket, Rhode Island
Department: Community Health Worker

Position Description

All staff must be vaccinated for COVID-19 prior to starting work, unless a certified medical exemption accommodation is granted. Proof of vaccination must be show upon hire.

Abuse Specialist needed on our Assertive Community Treatment Team to help those individuals who are struggling with serious and persistent mental illness and co-occurring substance abuse disorders. This program helps individuals that may need more than the traditional outpatient mental health care and psychiatric rehabilitation more intensive services. Serve as the team’s specialist for substance abuse issues by providing screenings, assessments, individual and group services and serve as a liaison between families and community agencies in regards to addiction. Collaborate with community resources while promoting recovery, mental health and rehabilitation. This individual must be well organized, a self-starter, and have excellent communication skills.

Education/Licensing Requirements: BA/BSW in a human services related field required with an LCDP is preferred. Experience with Electronic Health Record systems is preferred. Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. Approved driver’s record and reliable transportation required.

About Us

Community Care Alliance provides an array of services and supports that are linked together so people can access help for their unique situations. Our goal is to help all members of our community become healthier, more self-reliant and better informed to meet their economic, social and emotional challenges.

Community Care Alliance is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, or disability.

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