Temporary Counselor - Quincy CJSC
Bay State Community Services Inc·Quincy, Massachusetts
Bay State Community Services Inc·Quincy, Massachusetts
Provide individual and group counseling to justice-involved individuals recovering from substance use disorders. Responsibilities include presenting psychoeducational curriculum, completing treatment plans, and maintaining accurate clinical documentation.
Description We are seeking a dedicated Counselor to join our Community Justice Support Team in Quincy, Ma. The ideal candidate is passionate about supporting justice-involved individuals in recovery from substance use disorder by providing 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 and group participation, as instructed by your supervisor Treat all clients with dignity and respect Driving is required This role is not eligible for standard Bay State Community Services health and wellness benefits.
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 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.
857-374-5669 recruitment@baystatecs.org
Market context
In Massachusetts, behavioral health employers often look for licensed or license-eligible clinicians with experience supporting at-risk youth and families, so demand tends to stay steady for candidates who can work across settings and age groups. These roles can be competitive because employers usually want a master’s degree, a clear licensure path, and practical experience; review the summarized requirements and benefits here, which are AI-summarized from the original job description to save research time, then confirm your licensure status and tailor your application to youth and family work.
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