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Substance Abuse Counselor - ACCS

$49.68k - $58.68k

Eliot Community Human Services

Substance Abuse Counselor - ACCS

Join Eliot – A Place to Belong, Grow, and Inspire Change

At Eliot, your work has purpose. You'll be part of a compassionate, mission-driven team committed to resilience, empowerment, and lasting change. We foster an inclusive workplace where all backgrounds and perspectives are valued, creating a culture of belonging and professional growth.

Benefits at Eliot

We prioritize your well-being, work-life balance, and career growth. Benefit eligible positions include:

  • Generous Paid Time Off – Vacation, sick time, and paid holidays
  • Comprehensive Benefits – Medical, dental, and vision plans
  • Retirement Savings – 401(k) with employer match
  • Wellness & Family Support – Discounted fitness services and access to trusted childcare resources
  • Financial Security – 100% company-paid life and accidental death insurance
  • Professional Growth – Ongoing training, career advancement programs, tuition reimbursement, and leadership development

Eliot is seeking a strong, experienced and licensed Substance Abuse Counselor to join our Adult Community Clinical Services (ACCS) division. Adult Community Clinical Services (ACCS) provides clinically focused evidenced based interventions to adults with severe and persistent mental illness. Services are person centered and are delivered by a multidisciplinary team of professionals in either residential or community based settings. The ideal candidate will have experience in developing and leading dual diagnosis groups, and be skilled in motivational interviewing, harm reduction strategies, twelve-step programs, and working within detoxification settings.

Responsibilities:

  • Provide direct support to individuals with substance use providing side by side interventions as needed.
  • Promote recovery through individual intervention and support groups.
  • Assist clients and other team members with identifying and obtaining community support for sustained recovery and support.
  • Participate in assessments and treatment planning for clients.
  • Provide comprehensive recovery based care and clinical interventions as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications:

  • Requires license (see below): Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor I (LADC I) Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor II (LADC II) CADC I or II (Certified Alcohol/Drug Abuse Counselor)
  • At least 2 years of experience working with adults with substance use disorders
  • Valid Massachusetts drivers license

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8am-4pm

Annual Salary $49,680 - $58,680 USD

At Eliot, we are committed to supporting you at every stage of your career, providing opportunities for growth, purpose, and community. We foster belonging in the workplace by identifying and removing barriers that may prevent individuals of all backgrounds from reaching their full potential, advancing into leadership roles, and fully engaging at all levels of the organization.

Apply today and make a difference.

Vacancy posted 1 day ago
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