Help Individuals Achieve Recovery and StabilityMake a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals living with co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders while working alongside a dedicated multidisciplinary treatment team.Cumberland County Guidance Center is seeking a Full-Time Dual Diagnosis Disorder Specialist to join our Program for Assertive Community Treatment (PACT) team in Bridgeton, New Jersey.This opportunity is ideal for an experienced Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC) or Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor LCADC (additional applicable certifications include; Certified Substance Abuse Counselor (CSAC), Certified MICA Specialist (CMS), Nationally Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (NCADC), Certified Drug Counselor (CDC), or Certified Alcohol Counselor (CAC)) who is passionate about helping individuals overcome substance use and mental health challenges. In this community-based role, you'll provide counseling, recovery support, crisis intervention, treatment coordination, and outreach services that help individuals build stability, achieve recovery goals, and improve their quality of life.Why Join Cumberland County Guidance Center?For more than 60 years, Cumberland County Guidance Center has been a trusted provider of behavioral health and mental health services throughout Cumberland County and Southern New Jersey. As a nonprofit community mental health organization, our multidisciplinary team of clinicians, social workers, counselors, nurses, physicians, and recovery professionals delivers compassionate, evidence-based care that supports recovery, wellness, and community integration.We are proud to be recognized as the 2026 Non-Profit of the Year by the Greater Vineland Chamber of Commerce, reflecting our commitment to improving lives through quality behavioral healthcare services.Comprehensive Benefits PackageCompetitive SalaryMedical InsuranceDental InsuranceVision InsuranceLife InsurancePaid Time Off (PTO)Employee DiscountsProfessional Development OpportunitiesClinical Training and Continuing EducationWhat You'll DoAs a Dual Diagnosis Disorder Specialist, you'll provide specialized services to adults living with co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders through the PACT model of care.Key ResponsibilitiesConduct substance use screenings, assessments, and recovery evaluationsProvide substance abuse counseling and recovery support servicesDeliver crisis intervention, symptom assessment, and behavioral health supportUtilize Motivational Interviewing (MI) and evidence-based treatment approachesHelp individuals develop relapse prevention strategies and long-term recovery plansCoordinate referrals to detoxification, rehabilitation, outpatient treatment, and recovery support programsShare responsibility for client caseload management within the multidisciplinary PACT teamAssist individuals in accessing benefits, housing resources, healthcare services, and community supportsParticipate in outreach and community-based service deliveryMaintain accurate clinical documentation and regulatory compliance standardsRequired QualificationsEducation & CredentialsBachelor's Degree in a Mental Health, Human Services, Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or related field from an accredited college or universityCurrent CADC (Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor) or LCADC (Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor) credentialExperience & SkillsMinimum two (2) years of post-certification experience working with:Co-occurring DisordersSerious and Persistent Mental Illness (SPMI)MICA (Mentally Ill Chemically Addicted) populationsKnowledge of substance use treatment, addiction recovery, and behavioral health servicesExperience providing counseling, recovery support, and community-based behavioral healthcareStrong communication, engagement, and crisis intervention skillsValid New Jersey driver's license with an acceptable driving recordAdditional RequirementsAbility to work a flexible 40-hour scheduleAvailability for occasional evenings, weekends, holidays, and on-call responsibilitiesAbility to work independently while functioning as part of a multidisciplinary treatment teamCommitment to recovery-oriented and person-centered carePreferred QualificationsSpanish-English bilingual skillsExperience with PACT (Program for Assertive Community Treatment) or ACT (Assertive Community Treatment) programsExperience utilizing Motivational Interviewing (MI)Knowledge of integrated treatment models for co-occurring disordersExperience working with individuals experiencing serious mental illness and substance use disordersKnowledge of recovery-oriented systems of careReady to Make an Impact?If you're a dedicated CADC, LCADC, Addiction Counselor, Substance Abuse Counselor, Dual Diagnosis Specialist, Co-Occurring Disorders Counselor, or Recovery Professional looking for a rewarding career in community behavioral healthcare, we'd love to hear from you.Join an organization committed to helping individuals overcome substance use and mental health challenges while building healthier, more independent lives.Apply today and become part of Cumberland County Guidance Center's PACT team in Bridgeton, NJ
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