What are the responsibilities and job description for the OPTIONS Liaison position at Community Health & Counseling?
OPTIONS LiaisonJob Type(s) : Full-TimeLocation(s) : Bangor, MaineSchedule : Monday to FridayLicenses / Certifications : CADC or LADC licenseEducation : Bachelor's or Master's Degree in related mental health or social work fieldExperience : Experience in addiction treatment and recoveryJob DescriptionCHCS is seeking an individual to work in Penobscot County in partnership with law enforcement and other First Responder agencies to provide SUD / OUD community intervention services to prevent and respond to overdose events.The Overdose Prevention Through Intensive Outreach, Naloxone and Safety (OPTIONS) Liaison will provide brief intervention, follow-up support, engagement, education, and linkage to other community resources.Bachelor’s degree preferred in related mental health or social work field plus have experience in addiction treatment and recovery.Must, at minimum, hold a CADC or LADC license, LCPC / LCSW clinicians also encouraged to apply, salary will depend upon licensure and experience.This position will traditionally be Monday through FridayThis program is designed to work in partnership with law enforcement and other first responder agencies in Penobscot / Piscataquis Counties to provide SUD / OUD community intervention services to prevent and respond to overdose events.CHCS believes in the importance of work-life balance, we offer generous leave time with paid sick & vacation time plus seven paid holidays and five paid float holiday time to our full-time staff and pro-rated time for part-time staff.Notice of Non-DiscriminationDiscrimination is Against the LawIn accordance with all applicable state and federal laws and regulations cited below, Community Health and Counseling Services (CHCS) does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, pay transparency, and status as a protected veteran, or any other trait that is protected under local, state or federal law in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in, its programs or activities.
