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Bay State Community Services Inc

Temporary Counselor - Quincy CJSC

Pay: $58,375/yr

Posted: 7 weeks ago

Location: Quincy, MA (Onsite)

Last Updated: 1 week ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 9/25/2026

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What they do

A Substance Abuse Counselor counsels people struggling with addictions to alcohol, drugs or other substances. Assists clients in dealing with personal and professional problems related to substance abuse. Collaborates with other health care and mental health care professionals to coordinate services for clients, and works with families of substance abusers. May work in a clinic, health care facility or community based program, or work with clients referred through the criminal justice system.

$27,595 / year median in Massachusetts

+20% projected growth

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Job Description

Temporary Counselor

Quincy CJSC Bay State Community Services Inc
3.5 Quincy, MA Job Details Temporary $27.24
$28.

89 an hour 20 hours ago

Qualifications Driving Full Job Description Description:

We are seeking a dedicated Counselor to join our Community Justice Support Team in Quincy, Ma. The ideal candidate is passionate about supporting justice-involved individuals in recovery from substance use disorder by providing empathetic and evidence based care through various mediums which include both individual and group counseling sessions. What You Will Be Done 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 discussion groups regarding different pathways to recovery 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 and group participation, as instructed by your supervisor Treat all clients with dignity and respect Driving is required This role is not eligible for standard Bay State Community Services health and wellness benefits.

Requirements:

Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Clinical Psychology, Education, Counseling, Psychology, Social Work or any human services related concentration 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 Bay State Community Services is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing an environment free from bias, discrimination, or harassment of any kind, and mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all qualified applicants and teammates without regard to race, ethnicity, 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.

Contact Information:

857-374-5669