Substance Abuse Assistant Coordinator - Transitions

City of Boston Residency Required

Mission Statement

The mission of the Boston Public Health Commission (BPHC) is to work in partnership with communities to protect and promote the health and well-being of all Boston residents, especially those impacted by racism and systemic inequities. The BPHC sets an expectation that all staff and leadership commit, individually and as part of the BPHC team, to hold ourselves accountable to establishing a culture of anti-racism and advance racial equity and justice through each of our bureaus, programs, and offices.

Job Description

• Works to help BPHC advance as an antiracist organization by meeting
• or exceeding the standards set by the BPHC Anti-Racism Policy.
• Facilitates groups and "one on one" counseling sessions.
• Provides case management services to clients.
• Obtains comprehensive psycho-social histories using a team approach.
• Formulates treatment and discharge plans.
• Maintains case management files, statistical information and client records.
• Provides crisis intervention and supportive counseling to program clients.
• Monitors client adherence to treatment program rules and regulations.
• Assists staff in the management of environment and guest safety.
• Attends assigned meetings and trainings.
• Performs other duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

• Knowledge of or willingness to learn about the role of public health in addressing racism, the social determinants of health, and inequities in health outcomes as well as strategies to advance racial justice and health equity.
• Bachelor's degree with minimum one (1) year related experience. College level course work equivalent to an Associate degree with two (2) years human service experience. High School diploma / GED and three (3) years experience may be substituted for entrance requirement.
• CAC or CADAC preferred.
• Previous experience working with homeless, diverse ethnic racial and low income population with understanding of mental health substance abuse and recovery issues.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Computer skills a plus.

Additional Information

• City of Boston residency is required; Allston, Back Bay, Bay Village, Beacon Hill, Brighton, Charlestown, Chinatown, Dorchester, Downtown, East Boston, Fenway-Kenmore, Hyde Park, Jamaica Plain, Mattapan, Mid-Dorchester, Mission Hill, North End, Roslindale, Roxbury, South Boston, South End, West End, West Roxbury, Wharf district.
• A Criminal Offenders Records Information request must be completed for this position. However, a record is not an automatic bar to employment but is reviewed in relation to the job applied for.
• Certain immunizations will be recommended and/or required prior to commencement of employment duties.
• Any position that requires an advanced degree will be subject to education verification.
• Certain positions at the BPHC may be Grant Funded.
• The Boston Public Health Commission is an EEO Employer and all applicants meeting the minimum requirements are eligible to apply.
• Certain positions at the BPHC may require Child Protective Service Background verification.
• The advertised shift and schedule are subject to change at the department's discretion.

Shift

Sunday - Thursday, 10 AM to 6 PM

Pay Range

$919.18 / wk