Substance Use Specialist
📋 Role Overview & Responsibilities
Description:BASIC FUNCTION: The Substance Use Specialist will work with social workers to ensure that each tenant in need of specific substance use services is benefiting from appropriate services.MAJOR DUTIES:Facilitate on-site relapse prevention group, 12 step programs and any other harm reduction group deemed needed to facilitate continuity of care and housing stability.Work in tandem with social workers in identifying and securing treatment as needed in providing case management services.Create a treatment related Community resource guide that include but not limited to detox, rehabilitation centers, Out/Patient and Inpatient programs.Liaison with outside treatment providers in the assuring tenants are provided with the best possible service. LOCATION: Bronx, NY 10456SCHEDULE: Full Time, Monday-Friday 8:30AM-4:30PMRATE: $52,640 - $52,640 annually
We offer excellent benefits including:Generous time off that includes 4 weeks of vacationMedical, Dental, and Vision InsuranceDiscounted Commuter benefitsLife insurance & Long term disabilityEligible for Federal Student Loan Repayment ProgramTraining and other additional voluntary benefitsTo join our diverse team, please include a cover letter and salary requirements with your resume/application submission. Please visit us at www.lesc.org EEO Minorities/Women/Disabled/VetRequirements: QUALIFICATION - EDUCATIONAL AND PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:Bachelor's degree in Social Work or in relevant field; substance use counselor certification or extensive relevant experience.
Compensation details: 52640-52640 Yearly Salary
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