MICA specialist

Job Title : MICA Specialist - Behavioral Health & Substance Use Support
Location : Brooklyn, NY
Compensation : $29.33/hour (Approx. $61K annually)
Employment Type : contract to hire
Hybrid : In office and in the field (remote days from home as well)
Hours : M-F 9a-5p (Full Time)
Are you passionate about empowering individuals with mental health and substance use challenges to live independently? A respected behavioral health organization is seeking a dedicated MICA Specialist to join their supportive housing program. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a community-based setting and is committed to holistic, person-centered care.
Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver in-home support to residents with co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders, helping them build independent living skills.
  
• Facilitate group sessions focused on relapse prevention, harm reduction, and medication management.
  
• Collaborate with residents to develop personalized recovery goals and service plans.
  
• Provide crisis intervention and coordinate emergency services when necessary.
  
• Maintain accurate documentation of services, including Medicaid-billable notes and psychosocial assessments.
  
• erve as a liaison between residents and external treatment providers, advocating for access to detox, rehab, and other recovery resources.
  
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings, training seminars, and quality assurance reviews.
  

Qualifications :

• CASAC or CASAC-T certification required.
  
• Bachelor's degree preferred.
  
• Prior experience working in residential settings with dually diagnosed, homeless, or mentally ill adults is essential.
  
• Strong group facilitation skills and the ability to engage clients in therapeutic and educational activities.
  
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  
• Highly organized with a collaborative, team-oriented mindset.
  

Why This Role Stands Out:

• Make a tangible impact in the lives of individuals navigating complex recovery journeys.
  
• Join a mission-driven team that values compassion, empowerment, and community integration.
  
• Gain experience in a dynamic, multidisciplinary environment with opportunities for professional growth.
  

Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our program provides employees with the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria. Pay Details: $29.00 to $29.33 per hour
Search managed by: Marisa Marques
Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.
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