Substance Use Treatment Specialist

Salary :

$63,819.32 - 79,501.92 yearly

Company : Norfolk County Sheriffs Office

Job Type : Full Time

Dedham, Ma

Number of Applicants

000+

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Job Description - Substance Use Treatment Specialist

POSTING DATE: 02/17/26
POSITION TITLE: Substance Use Treatment Specialist
SALARY: $63,819.32 - $79,501.92 GRADE: 15
HOURS: 40 HOURS STATUS: NAGE/Ad-Tech

The Substance Use Treatment Specialist shall follow the Norfolk Sheriff’s Department chain of command policy and work under the direct supervision of the Director of Programs & Education

in the provision of treatment services within the Norfolk Sheriff’s Office.

STATEMENT OF RESPONSIBILITIES:

Shall provide evidence-based substance use disorder treatment services to offenders within the Norfolk County Sheriffs Office, including assessment, substance use counseling, and cognitive behavioral interventions.
Shall be knowledgeable of and utilize NCSO approved assessment instruments, treatment curricula, and program materials.
Shall work with the Director of Education and Programs on the administration and coordination of Treatment Programs, including required reporting, documentation, and program compliance.
Shall introduce offenders to the principles, tools, and expectations for a substance-free lifestyle and successful community reintegration.
Shall maintain a safe, structured, and therapeutic treatment environment consistent with correctional standards.
Shall conduct individual and group counseling sessions addressing substance use disorder, criminogenic thinking, and cognitive behavioral treatment goals.
Shall recommend and incorporate films, books, and appropriate reading materials relevant to program curriculum and treatment objectives.
Shall be responsible for gathering, maintaining, and compiling required administrative, clinical, and statistical records and documentation.
Shall collaborate and communicate with internal departments, treatment staff, and external vendors regarding substance use disorder services within the Norfolk County Sheriff's Office.
Shall comply with and adhere to ACA, NCCHC and DOC standards, Norfolk County Sheriff's Office policies, procedures, and program requirements.
Shall assist in the care, custody, and supervision of offenders in accordance with established training, safety protocols, and institutional procedures.
Shall assist with special projects and program initiatives as assigned.
The Sheriff's of Norfolk County reserves the right to add or delete responsibilities as necessary to meet operational needs.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Must have a valid driver’s license
Bachelor’s Degree required
Professional Licensure required: Licensed Alcohol & Drug Counselor II (DPH)
Substance abuse and CBT treatment experience preferred
Work experience in a correctional or related environment preferred

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND JOB CHARACTERISTICS:

Communication skills
Frequent communication of data
Occasional direction, control and planning activity
Occasional influencing people about ideas or things
Frequent making generalizations evaluations or decisions based on measurable or verifiable criteria
Frequent dealing with people beyond giving and receiving instructions
Frequent performing repetitive or similar work
Occasional performing under stress
Constant precise attainment of set standards and/or policies
Limited supervision (must be highly autonomous; show much independence)

HOURS:
40 hours per week. The schedule may vary according to the needs of the facility and may be set by the Sheriff or his designee.

LOCATION:
Norfolk County Sheriff’s Office
200 West Street
Dedham, MA 02026

Please submit cover letter, current resume and NCSO employment application to Sashell Thebaud, Human Resources Department 200 West Street, Dedham MA 02026, fax 781-461-1791, or via email [email protected].

NCSO is an Affirmative Action/ Equal Opportunity Employer.
M/F/D/V
All Applicants meeting Minimum Entrance Requirements will be considered for this position.

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