Drug & Alcohol Specialist - Substance Abuse Counselor (Forensic)

The Bucks County Drug & Alcohol Commission (BCDAC, Inc.) is seeking a Drug and Alcohol Specialist-Substance Abuse Counselor to provide recovery-oriented intervention services to male and female inmates dealing with substance use and/or co-occurring disorders at the Bucks County Correctional Facility (BCCF). The BCCF is located in Doylestown, Pennsylvania. The position requires an on-site presence five (5) days per week, Monday through Friday.

Key Responsibilities :

Screening/assessment, individual and group educational/intervention sessions, case coordination, and education

Developing, implementing, and maintaining partnerships with internal Corrections staff and other community providers to coordinate services

Maintaining case records and documentation, as required

Enhancement of, or development of, new curriculum, as required

Attending staff meetings, conferences, training, and other activities, as required

Qualifications :

Required:

Bachelor's degree and

State-recognized substance abuse counseling certification (e.g., CADC, CASAC, LADC, etc.)

A minimum of 3 years of direct documented experience in substance use disorder or a behavioral health treatment program

Be conscious of programming within a correctional setting, have awareness of group dynamics, delivery of services, and cognitive behavioral approaches in a correctional setting or in working with individuals within the correctional systems

Understanding of addiction, treatment modalities, and recovery support systems.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Preferred:

Master's degree or above from an accredited college with a major in chemical dependency, psychology, social work, counseling, nursing (with a clinical specialty in human services) or other related field which includes a practicum in a health or human services agency

Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus.

Experience working with diverse populations, including individuals with co-occurring mental health disorders.

Knowledge of local and state resources for substance abuse and mental health services

How to Apply

Candidates interested in applying for this position should email or upload a written resume along with a cover letter. Applicants requiring accommodation, for any part of the application and/or interview process, should contact Human Resources at or

Bucks County Drug & Alcohol Commission, Inc. embraces diversity in our community and workforce, and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All hiring, promotions, demotions, training, and other opportunities are based on qualifications and without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, gender, religion, age, or disability.

Miscellaneous Information

Agency: Bucks County Drug & Alcohol Commission, Inc. Location: Doylestown, PA Job Type: Full-time (40 hours/week) Work Schedule: Monday through Friday Work Hours: 8 AM - 4 PM Telework: Not applicable. Onsite position.