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Substance Use Specialist

Newport County Community Mental Health Center
Middletown, RI Full Time
POSTED ON 2/15/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/8/2025

Job Description

Job Description

Description : WHO WE ARE…

Newport Mental Health (NMH) is a progressive high-energy organization that uses state of the art person-centered recovery approach to help individuals recover from mental illness and substance use disorders. NMH extends its trauma informed evidence-based services to children, adolescents, families, and adults. Our services vary from outreach, specialized program, mental health, school-based therapy, substance use therapy, community-based therapy, and outpatient clinic.

For more information visit our website : www.newportmentalhealth.org

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR…

Mission- Aligned : You are excited to be a part of Newport Mental Health’s mission to improve the lives of our clients living and working in Newport County by providing the highest quality of care.

Ally : You intentionally foster belonging, personal growth, and empowerment for all. You are a strong advocate for the BIPOC, LQBTQIA , Woman, Veteran, and other underrepresented communities.

Solution Orientated : You are driven to think of different approaches to narrow the gap which leads to positive and effective changes.

Time Management : You are a conscious planner and a thoughtful decision maker who adheres to deadlines.

WHAT WE OFFER…

  • Excellent Health and Dental Insurance.
  • Vacation, Sick and Personal time accrued biweekly.
  • Up to 11 Paid Holidays.
  • Retirement program through Mutual of America.
  • Additional supplemental insurance programs.
  • Tuition reimbursement.
  • Mileage reimbursement.
  • Employer paid life insurance.
  • Flexible spending account (FSA) and dependent care (DCA) spending accounts.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING (ESSENTIAL DUTIES) …

We are seeking a Substance Use Specialist to join our team. Partnering with care teams, this role will coordinate care for our clients. Completes the Intake & Psychosocial Assessments to determine diagnosis including mental illness and co-occurring disorders.

This role will accept individuals who are in the process of obtaining their LCDP with proof of progress toward completion of the licensure.

Essential Duties :

  • Provide individual substance use counseling to assigned clients in accordance with organization policy & procedures.
  • Lead group activities and group therapy related to substance abuse and addictions.
  • Participate in comprehensive team treatment planning and activities.
  • Collaborate with other disciplines and coworkers to ensure client needs are met.
  • Educate clients regarding issues associated with substance abuse treatment.
  • Requirements :

    WHAT WE EXPECT OF YOU…

  • LCDP Certification in process with proof of progress toward completion or Bachelor's Degree with major in social science or related field.
  • Exceptional verbal and writing skills with the ability to communicate with audiences across all levels.
  • Self-motivated and independent with the ability to prioritize work to meet deadlines.
  • Valid Driver’s License with reliable transportation to travel to our facilities throughout the area.
  • APPLY NOW

    Submitting your application is a great way to learn more about Newport Mental Health. If you have questions about how your experience aligns with our job openings or know someone who would be a great candidate for our job openings, please contact

    Human Resources : Human Resources

    Newport Mental Health

    42 Valley Road

    Middletown, RI 02842

    Tel : 401-846-1213

    Fax : 401-324-6251

    Newport Mental Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.

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