Job Summary 

The Counselor plays an integral role in our individuals' treatment and recovery from substance use disorder. The Counselors provide 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 service and group participation, as instructed by your supervisor
• Treat all clients with dignity and respect

Important Health and Wellness Benefits 

Bay State Community Services recognizes the hard work and dedication of our staff and has developed a comprehensive benefit package to support you and your family.

Benefits begin on your first day of employment

· Blue Cross and Blue Shield Health and Dental Insurance 

· Eye-Med Vision Benefits 

· Employer Paid Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance 

· Medical Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Account

· Employee Assistance Program 

· Paid Parental Leave

Generous Paid Time Off

· 35 Days Paid Time Off (15 Vacation Days, 12 Holidays – includes Juneteenth and 8 Sick Days)

Additional Benefits 

· Retirement Plan 403(b) (employer match after the first year of employment)

· Opportunities for Tuition Reimbursement

· Opportunities for Student Loan Forgiveness 

· Mileage Reimbursement

Extensive Training Program

· Monthly Agency Wide Trainings (includes CEU's for obtaining/retaining license - LMHC, LMFT, LADC, CARC, LCSW and LICSW)

· Supervision for Licensure and Specializations

· Immediate Access to Comprehensive Online Self-Paced CEU Trainings

· Opportunities for Certification in Evidence-Based Practices

Qualifications/Credentials 

• 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
• Valid MA driver’s license with acceptable driving record and current proof of insurance
• Acceptable CORI and SORI background record check as required by program

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

recruitment@baystatecs.org

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