Substance Use Disorder Specialist (multiple vacancies)

What You'll Do

Clinical Assessment & Treatment

• Conduct comprehensive substance use assessments utilizing validated screening and diagnostic tools.
• Develop individualized treatment plans aligned with ASAM criteria, CCBHC standards, and recovery-oriented care principles.
• Provide evidence-based individual and group counseling services.
• Monitor client progress and modify treatment interventions based on outcomes and clinical needs.
• Maintain timely, accurate, and compliant documentation within the electronic health record (EHR).

Care Coordination & Case Management

• Provide case management and care coordination services for individuals with co-occurring disorders.
• Conduct ongoing mental health screenings and facilitate referrals for integrated treatment services.
• Engage clients through outreach, follow-up, and retention strategies to support treatment participation.
• Collaborate with behavioral health, primary care, and community partners to ensure coordinated care.

Crisis Intervention & Recovery Support

• Deliver crisis intervention, risk assessment, and stabilization services.
• Educate clients and families regarding substance use disorders, Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT), and recovery resources.
• Support clients in accessing community-based services, healthcare appointments, housing, employment, and other recovery supports.

Quality & Compliance

• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and program performance monitoring.
• Assist with audits, reporting requirements, and regulatory reviews.
• Maintain compliance with HIPAA, 42 CFR Part 2, Medicaid, CCBHC, and Rhode Island regulatory requirements.
• Participate in ongoing professional development and clinical training.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• Active Rhode Island credential in one of the following:
  • Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC I or LADC II)
  • Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC)
  • Licensed Chemical Dependency Professional (LCDP)
• Minimum 1–2 years of experience working with individuals with co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders.
• Experience providing substance use assessments, treatment planning, counseling, and case management.
• Experience conducting community outreach and delivering services in community-based settings.
• Strong knowledge of documentation, billing, and compliance requirements associated with Medicaid and behavioral health services.

Preferred

• Experience working within a Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) or integrated care environment.
• Experience coordinating or supporting Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) services.
• Knowledge of ASAM criteria and recovery-oriented systems of care.

What Makes You Successful

• Strong clinical judgment and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to build trusting therapeutic relationships that foster engagement and recovery.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Commitment to person-centered, trauma-informed, and recovery-focused care.
• Ability to manage competing priorities while maintaining quality and compliance standards.
• Adaptability in a fast-paced, community-based treatment environment.

Work Environment

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a mission-driven organization transforming lives through integrated behavioral healthcare.
• Work alongside a multidisciplinary team dedicated to whole-person wellness and recovery.
• Opportunities for professional growth, training, and career advancement.
• Meaningful work that creates lasting impact for individuals, families, and communities.

BENEFITS

• Subsidized, comprehensive medical (BCBSRI) and dental (Delta Dental) insurance plans 
• Supplemental vision insurance (Delta Dental)
• Voluntary medical and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• Up to 3% matching 403(b) retirement plan
• Employer-paid life insurance 
• Generous paid time off including vacation, holidays, personal days, and sick time
• Mileage reimbursement
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employer-paid professional development 
• Employee assistance program