Substance Abuse Specialist - Community Support Team ( CADC, LCASA, LCAS, CCS )

Posted 10 days ago

pathways to lifeNags Head (NC)

Substance Abuse and Behavioral Disorder Counselors Outpatient Mental Health and Substance Abuse Centers

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About the role

Substance Abuse Specialist We are seeking a Substance Abuse Specialist who is passionate about making a real difference in the lives of individuals with co-occurring substance use and mental health needs. This role is a key part of our Community Supports Team (CST) and is ideal for someone who values person-centered care, collaboration, and community connection. If you are looking to start the New Year in a role where your work truly matters—supporting recovery, stability, and improved quality of life—this position offers the opportunity to grow professionally while helping others do the same.

What You Will Do:

Under the supervision of the CST Team Lead, the Community Supports Team Substance Abuse Professional provides direct, community-based services to members with identified substance use needs that co-occur with mental health diagnoses.
Conduct assessments and develop person-centered treatment plans in collaboration with CST partners
Support members with symptom monitoring, substance use education, and recovery-focused interventions aimed at reducing the need for higher levels of care
Assist individuals in building coping skills, daily living skills, and positive leisure activities to support long-term recovery
Participate in crisis planning and ongoing care coordination to ensure continuity across the continuum of care
Support authorization renewals to ensure members receive appropriate and uninterrupted services
Work with a high level of professional autonomy while collaborating closely with an interdisciplinary treatment team
Contribute to the growth of the service area through community engagement and collaboration with behavioral health and community resources
This is a rewarding opportunity to balance independent clinical work with strong team support while building meaningful connections in the community.
Qualifications to Join a Winning TeamIf you are ready to make a difference in the lives of those within the Community Supports Team Services we encourage you to apply if you are:
Must hold one of the following North Carolina substance use credentials:
CADC (Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor)LCAS (Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist)LCAS-A (LCAS Associate)CCS (Certified Clinical Supervisor)
Pathways to Life, Inc. offers comprehensive compensation and benefit to full time employees including:
Competitive compensation with regular performance feedback
Healthcare Insurance including Medical, Dental and VisionPaid Time OffPer Diem and Part Time Options available.

Pathways to Life is a local wellness organization that is committed to helping individuals and families achieve wellness. We specialize in mental health, substance abuse, outpatient services, laboratory testing, medication management, and community and in home mental health services for adults and children. Since 2006 we have been providing quality services to our local communities through proven programs and treatment methods delivered to our clients by local and qualified professional staff who understand the importance of affecting positive change and restoring wellness in the lives of all that we serve. At Pathways to Life, our mission is to foster continual growth in the lives of those we serve, our colleagues, our culturally diverse communities and ourselves. Our efforts enhance recovery, wellness, self-determination and independence by providing person centered supports, advocacy and outreach efforts delivered with empathy and respect. Pathways prides itself on whole person treatment and we believe in our clients and staff having as many healthy resources as possible.

Physical Demands: Regularly walk, stand or stoopoccasionally lift, carry, push or pullmove objects weighing up to 25 poundsregularly drive a motor vehiclemust be physically able to complete NCI-B and CPRIf you are ready to make a real difference in the lives of people, we serve please apply today to join our team. Pathways to Life, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer providing reasonable accommodation to qualified employees who have protected disabilities protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances.

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