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Drug and Alcohol Specialist-Substance Abuse CounselorBucks County Drug & Alcohol Commission, Inc.
Job Start Date:11/2/2026Type of Position:Full-time
Number of Openings:1Wage/Salary:$55,000Per Week
Job Location & Contact:
55 East Court Street
4th Floor
Dolywestown, PA18901
215-444-2710
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Job Description:
The Bucks County Drug & Alcohol Commission (BCDAC, Inc.) is seeking a Drug and Alcohol Specialist-Substance Abuse Counselor to provide recovery-oriented intervention services to male and female inmates dealing with substance use and/or co-occurring disorders at the Bucks County Correctional Facility (BCCF). The BCCF is located in Doylestown, Pennsylvania. The position requires an on-site presence five (5) days per week, Monday through Friday. Key Responsibilities: -Screening/assessment, individual and group educational/intervention sessions, case coordination, and education -Developing, implementing, and maintaining partnerships with internal Corrections staff and other community providers to coordinate services -Maintaining case records and documentation, as required -Enhancement of, or development of, new curriculum, as required -Attending staff meetings, conferences, training, and other activities, as required
Experience Required:
Qualifications: Required: Bachelor’s degree and State-recognized substance abuse counseling certification (e.g., CADC, CASAC, LADC, etc.) -A minimum of 3 years of direct documented experience in substance use disorder or a behavioral health treatment program -Be conscious of programming within a correctional setting, have awareness of group dynamics, delivery of services, and cognitive behavioral approaches in a correctional setting or in working with individuals within the correctional systems -Understanding of addiction, treatment modalities, and recovery support systems. -Strong communication and interpersonal skills Preferred: Master’s degree or above from an accredited college with a major in chemical de-pendency, psychology, social work, counseling, nursing (with a clinical specialty in human services) or other related field which includes a practicum in a health or hu-man services agency -Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus. -Experience working with diverse populations, including individuals with co-occurring mental health disorders. -Knowledge of local and state resources for substance abuse and mental health services
How to Apply:
Candidates interested in applying for this position should email a written resume along with a cover letter to Becca Rosen HR/Training Coordinator at rlrosen@buckscounty.org. Applicants requiring accommodation, for any part of the application and/or interview process, should contact Human Resources at 215-444-2710 or rlrosen@buckscounty.org
Application Deadline:
Dec 31, 2026
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