Substance Abuse Specialist

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Newark is one of New Jersey's largest non-profit social service agencies with programs and facilities serving Bergen, Essex, Hudson, and Union counties.
We are currently seeking Full Time Substance Abuse Specialist for our Pathways to Housing program located in Newark NJ. Job Duties:Provides individual substance abuse counseling and group programming to individuals requiring support or less intensive services.Responsible for the development and implementation of a service plan that incorporates individual needs assessments, and conducts substance abuse assessments on all residents.Provides individual and group counseling to residents with a substance abuse history.Makes appropriate referrals for treatment and services.Job Requirements:Bachelor's Degree in a related field.2-3 years of experience providing services to the SPMI population.Visit our website: www.ccannj.com Internal Applicants:Please be advised that current employees applying to open positions within the Agency are required to fill out an Agency Internal Job Application Form which is available for download to all employees on HR's public folders in Outlook. Please forward the completed form to HR via email to the agency email address indicated at the end of the application form.
Agency Mission:In response to the Gospel of Jesus Christ, Catholic Charities, as a ministry of the Archdiocese of Newark, serves the poor and marginalized and advocates for their needs in order to promote the inherent dignity and worth of all people without regard to race, religion, or culture. Benefits:CCAN offers a competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package for employees. CCAN is an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin/ancestry, citizenship status, disability, age, marital or family status, and military or veteran status.

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