Aftercare Coordinator
Northeast Recovery·Canton, Massachusetts
Northeast Recovery·Canton, Massachusetts
The Aftercare Coordinator develops and implements individualized discharge and aftercare plans for patients with mental health and substance use disorders. They coordinate referrals to outpatient providers, housing resources, and recovery supports to ensure continuity of care.
The Aftercare Coordinator works collaboratively with the clinical team to develop and implement discharge and aftercare plans for patients receiving treatment for mental health and substance use disorders. This position helps ensure patients are connected to outpatient providers, recovery supports, housing resources, and other services prior to discharge. Key Responsibilities Develop individualized aftercare and discharge plans for patients preparing to leave treatment. Coordinate referrals to outpatient treatment programs, therapists, psychiatrists, recovery programs, and community resources. Schedule follow-up appointments prior to discharge to support continuity of care. Collaborate with the multidisciplinary treatment team to ensure appropriate transition planning. Maintain strong relationships with community providers and referral partners. Assist patients with accessing housing resources, transportation, and recovery supports. Document discharge plans and referrals in the electronic health record in accordance with regulatory standards. Maintain patient confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Human Services, or related field preferred. Experience in behavioral health, mental health services, substance use disorder treatment, or case management preferred. Experience working with co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders strongly preferred. Strong knowledge of community resources and discharge planning processes. Excellent communication, organization, and coordination skills. Preferred Credentials LADC, or related behavioral health licensure Recovery Coach or Peer Specialist certification Why Work for Us! We provide an environment where our employees can grow and advance professionally, with a healthy balance between work and personal lives. Our biggest investment is in our employees, so we reward and recognize hard work by promoting from within when possible. We pay competitively and offer a variety of benefits to meet your wellness and financial needs. EEO and Accommodations We are deeply committed to building a workplace and community where inclusion is not only valued but prioritized. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, family status, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, neurodiversity, disability, age, or veteran status, or any other non-merit based or legally protected grounds. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in the employment application process. To request accommodations, please contact Human Resources at least one week in advance of your interview QualificationsQualifications Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Human Services, or related field preferred. Experience in behavioral health, mental health services, substance use disorder treatment, or case management preferred. Experience working with co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders strongly preferred. Strong knowledge of community resources and discharge planning processes. Excellent communication, organization, and coordination skills.
A bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, or Human Services is preferred, along with experience in behavioral health or case management. Preferred credentials include LADC, Recovery Coach, or Peer Specialist certifications.
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.
