Counselor

About the Company

Casa Esperanza, Inc. is a bilingual/bicultural behavioral health treatment provider serving Boston and the Merrimack Valley. Their mission is to empower individuals and families to recover from addiction, trauma, mental illness, and other chronic medical conditions through comprehensive, integrated care.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, compassionate care in a culturally responsive manner
• Complete comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments and ASAM criteria evaluations
• Conduct substance use screenings and overdose assessments
• Facilitate individual, family, and group therapeutic sessions
• Develop and implement treatment plans in consultation with residents
• Manage client crises and de-escalation using trauma-informed approaches
• Maintain accurate clinical records and client data in electronic systems
• Coordinate care with internal and external collaborators and multidisciplinary teams
• Complete insurance authorizations, clinical reviews, and discharge documentation

Requirements

• Substance Abuse Counseling Certificate or bachelor's degree in psychology, social work, or related field
• CAC, CADC, LADC, or LADC-II certification
• Minimum of 5 years experience in a substance use therapy program
• Proficiency with Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office
• Ability to work in a multicultural setting with sensitivity and empathy

Preferred Qualifications

• Bilingual English/Spanish fluency

Benefits

• $25.00/hour compensation
• ComPsych Guidance Resources - EAP
• Educational Opportunities
• Tuition Remission
• Employee Ticket at Work discounts