Substance Use Treatment Specialist

Position Summary The Substance Use Treatment Specialist provides substance use assessments, counseling, education, case management, and recovery support services to participants within reStart Inc.'s continuum of care.

This position promotes recovery, participant safety, housing stability, and long-term well-being through evidence-informed, trauma-responsive, strengths-based, and person-centered approaches.

Reporting to the Clinical Program Manager, the Specialist develops individualized recovery goals, facilitates individual and group services, supports crisis intervention, and coordinates referrals to appropriate treatment and community resources.

The position collaborates with interdisciplinary teams and external providers to strengthen continuity of care and reduce barriers to treatment and recovery.

The Specialist is responsible for maintaining accurate and timely service documentation, meeting established direct-service expectations, and complying with applicable professional, ethical, confidentiality, licensing, and funding requirements.

The Director collaborates across departments to promote sound financial practices, responsible resource management, operational efficiency, and sustainable mission delivery.

Key Responsibilities Substance Use Assessment, Counseling & Recovery Support Conduct substance use intake screenings and assessments, evaluate participant needs, and collaboratively develop individualized recovery and service plans.

Provide individual counseling, group counseling, substance use education, case management, and recovery support services within the scope of applicable credentials and professional qualifications.

Facilitate educational and therapeutic groups addressing substance use, recovery strategies, relapse prevention, coping skills, and related participant needs.

Conduct regular goal-setting and progress reviews, adjusting service plans based on participant needs, progress, and identified barriers.

Administer or coordinate substance use screenings and drug testing when clinically appropriate, authorized, and consistent with organizational procedures.

Utilize trauma-responsive engagement, de-escalation, and crisis intervention techniques to support participant and workplace safety.

Deliver services that respect participant dignity, autonomy, cultural experiences, individual strengths, and recovery goals.

Case Management, Coordination & Continuity of Care Coordinate individualized case management and referrals to substance use treatment, behavioral health services, housing resources, healthcare, and other community supports.Collaborate with internal program teams and external treatment providers to strengthen continuity of care and support participant progress.Develop and maintain professional partnerships with community treatment providers and recovery support organizations.Participate in interdisciplinary case consultations, service planning, staff meetings, and relevant professional development activities.Support...