Substance Use Counselor

Center for Human Development, (CHD) is currently seeking Substance Use Counselor for our Aster House Program, located in South Hadley.

Aster House is a Co-Occurring Enhanced Residential Recovery Service (COE-RRS) that provides 24-hour structured treatment and support for adults experiencing both substance use and mental health disorders. Aster House promotes recovery through trauma-informed, strengths-based, and person-centered approaches that emphasize empowerment, dignity, and individualized care. The population served consists of adult men and women, typically ages 18 and older, who require a supportive residential setting to stabilize, build coping skills, and achieve recovery goals. Many residents present with complex behavioral health needs, co-occurring medical conditions, and psychosocial stressors such as housing insecurity, trauma histories, or disrupted social supports. Within this role, the incoming staff member will work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team; including clinicians, recovery coaches, nurses, and direct care staff to provide compassionate support, promote safety, and assist residents in developing sustainable recovery and independent living skills.

Your role as a Substance Use Counselor :

The ideal Substance Use Counselor must have a commitment to maintaining a professional and compassionate demeanor in a fast-paced residential environment. Have the ability to adapt to changing priorities and support coverage needs within a 24-hour program setting. Participation in staff meetings, supervision, and ongoing professional development is expected. Candidates who demonstrate empathy, teamwork, and strong communication skills are highly valued.

Success Factors :

• Demonstrate experience in substance use counseling and case management, with a strong understanding of co-occurring disorders, recovery-oriented systems of care, and trauma-informed practice.
• Have knowledge of community-based resources and recovery supports.
• Display competency in documentation, treatment planning, and crisis intervention.
• Strong collaboration skills within a multidisciplinary team environment.
• Ability to establish therapeutic rapport and maintain professional boundaries.

Schedule : Ful l Time - must be flexible with schedule requirements, including the ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as program needs arise

Take advantage of a competitive range of $25.00-$27.00 per hour as well as a phenomenal benefit package that includes, Dental, Health and Life insurance. Paid time off, earned vacation time and paid holidays just to name a few

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At CHD, Center for Human Development, Care Finds a Way :

The Center for Human Development (CHD) provides a broad range of high-quality, community-oriented human services dedicated to promoting, enhancing, and protecting the dignity and welfare of people in need. CHD has partnered with the state of Massachusetts to increase access to urgent behavioral health care through our new outpatient behavioral health clinic and crisis services.

Connect with our team today - If this sounds like the right job for you, do not wait - apply today to join our team. We look forward to hearing from you!

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