Substance Use Diversion Specialist

20 hours ago


Chicago, Illinois, United States The Thresholds Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Substance Use Diversion Specialist to join our team at Thresholds. As a key member of our community-based program, you will play a vital role in providing critical support services to individuals struggling with substance use disorders.

Key Responsibilities
  • Respond to referrals and effectively manage volume, maintaining communication with police department staff, community partners, and individuals who self-refer.
  • Perform brief screenings using standardized tools to assess potential risk behaviors related to substance use.
  • Engage referrals in completing a full assessment, including obtaining informed consent, conducting assessment interviews, and determining treatment needs and preferences.
  • Use clinical skills and motivational interviewing strategies to strengthen motivation for treatment and provide referrals to appropriate resources.
  • Collaborate with referral and linkage resources to effectively link referrals to needed treatment services.
  • Complete all documentation within assigned time frames.
Requirements
  • Master's degree in social work, counseling, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
  • Certification as a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC) from the Illinois Alcoholism and Other Drug Abuse Professional Certification Association (IAODAPCA) is preferred.
  • Licensed through the Illinois Department of Financial Professional Regulation (IDFPR) as a Licensed Professional Counselor or Licensed Social Worker is preferred.
What We Offer
  • Competitive pay and benefits package.
  • Generous PTO and sick leave.
  • 403(b) retirement plan with 3% employer match.
  • Robust employee assistance program (EAP).
  • Mileage reimbursement and cell phone reimbursement.
  • Public service loan forgiveness.
  • Supervision for clinical licensure at no cost.
  • Reimbursement for professional licensure and license renewal.
  • Free CEUs.

Thresholds is a mission-driven agency committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We foster an environment where all feel valued and respected, a place where every employee can be themselves, thrive, and support the agency's mission.



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