Substance Use Specialist
Start Corporation·St. Tammany Parish, Louisiana
Start Corporation·St. Tammany Parish, Louisiana
The specialist develops and implements treatment plans for clients with behavioral health and co-occurring disorders. They provide counseling, teach daily living skills, and coordinate community resources as part of a multidisciplinary ACT team.
About Start Corporation Start Corporation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization founded in 1984. Our Mission is to promote opportunities, which enhance the self-sufficiency of people to empower them to live and function independently.
Our Northshore ACT team is looking to hire a full-time Substance Use Specialist. Apply today!
Minimum Requirements Bachelor or Master’s Degree in social services field (preferred) Minimum of one year of specialized training or supervision experience in populations with substance use (required) Be over 18 years of age (required) Possess a valid driver’s license (required) No restrictions or adverse actions that would disqualify for Medicaid or other billing (required)
Core Competencies Communicates respectfully and effectively and establishes professional relationships through active listening and demonstration of empathy and positive regard.
Promotes recovery, independence, and personal choice for participants.
Demonstrates knowledge of behavioral health symptoms, interventions, and impact.
Maintains professional boundaries and operates within agency / ethical guidelines.
Knowledge of agency and community resources and referral processes.
Job Duties / Skills Required Assists clients in identifying strengths, needs, and realistic goals to develop a treatment plan to address behavioral health and co-occurring disorders.
Accurately identifies risk and responds appropriately.
Effectively teaches daily living skills, social skills, and household management skills.
Participates as part of a multidisciplinary team providing substance abuse counseling, support, and resources for referrals when appropriate.
Conducts in a manner of professionalism that is conducive to recovery from mental illness, co-occurring disorders and overall wellness.
Provides supportive services for clients and arranges for the provision of services from community resources based on individualized treatment plans.
Participates in setting treatment plan goals/objectives with clients within 30 days of admission and updated every 3 months.
Conducts co-occurring groups and treatment as outlined in the ACT Fidelity Manual with supervision of Team Lead and other licensed professional staff.
Performs regular case maintenance activities including documenting actions, making narrative entries, preparing necessary reports and/or social summaries, etc.
Consults with facility personnel and administrative field personnel; collects and analyzes data to identify needs for the assigned special services program within the particular service area.
Maintains a clear driving record in order to be able to drive company vehicles to provide transportation to clients.
Performs any other duties as assigned by the Program Director.
Blue Cross Blue Shield health insurance, vision insurance, dental insurance, disability insurance, life insurance, paid time off, 13 paid holidays per year for regular full time staff, 403(b), and 403(b) matching.
Requires a minimum of one year of specialized training or supervision experience with substance use populations and a valid driver's license. A Bachelor's or Master's degree in a social services field is preferred.
Market context
Behavioral-health roles in Louisiana are often driven by ongoing demand for licensed clinicians who can support individuals with serious mental illness in community and outpatient settings. These positions can be competitive because employers typically look for active Louisiana licensure, at least two years of relevant experience, and a valid driver's license, while benefits such as dental, vision, paid holidays, sick leave, and an employee assistance program may help offset the workload. Before applying, confirm your licensure status and driver’s license are current, and note that the requirements and benefits here are AI-summarized from the original job description to save research time.
