Licensed Substance Use Clinician Youth & Family Services (Seven Challenges Program)

Transform Lives Where It Matters Most

At Tides Family Services, we believe healing happens in real life—not just in an office. As an “Agency Without Walls,” our services are delivered in homes, schools, and communities across Rhode Island.

We are seeking a passionate Licensed Chemical Dependency Professional (LCDP) to join our team and implement The Seven Challenges, a nationally recognized evidence-based model for youth and young adults. This is your opportunity to make a direct, lasting impact by supporting young people and their families as they overcome substance use challenges and build life skills for a brighter future. 

 Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Meaningful Work: Help youth and families succeed in their homes and communities
• Collaborative Team: Work alongside dedicated clinicians, caseworkers, and behavioral assistants
• Professional Growth: Receive ongoing training in evidence-based approaches and trauma-informed care
• Flexible, Community-Based Work: Deliver services where your clients are, not just in an office
• Award-Winning Employer: Recognized as a Best Place to Work, Safe Zone Certified, and Veteran-Friendly  

  What You’ll Do

• Conduct bio-psychosocial assessments with youth, families, and significant others
• Provide in-home and community-based counseling aligned with the Seven Challenges model
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop and monitor treatment goals
• Support families in reunification efforts and promote stable commitments for children
• Maintain crisis intervention, trauma support, and safety planning for clients and families
• Track progress, drug screenings, and case metrics using the TFS ECHO platform
• Uphold NASW professional standards and deliver culturally sensitive services
• Participate in team meetings, clinical supervision, and program reporting
• Meet weekly service delivery expectations while ensuring quality and client engagement 

 Who You Are

• Experienced in human services, healthcare, or nonprofit work (2–4 years minimum)
• Skilled in crisis management, problem-solving, and relationship building
• Comfortable providing in-home and community-based services
• Strengths-based and mission-driven, focused on helping youth remain in their communities
• Able to work flexible hours, including evenings or weekends as needed

 Qualifications

• Required: LCDP, LCSW, LICSW, LMHC, or LMFT (just one)
• Valid driver’s license and registered/inspected vehicle
• Preferred: Bilingual (English/Spanish/Portuguese/Creole) 

 Compensation & Benefits

• $64,000–$73,000 based on experience and qualifications 
• Opportunities for professional development and training
• Supportive team and supervision environment