Intervention Specialist Job Description

An intervention specialist is an individual trained in working with substance abuse programs to help individuals in recovery.

Intervention specialists are employed in substance abuse treatment clinics, hospitals, and in outpatient settings.

Interventions specialists often specialize in a specific area of recovery, such as with codependency or with gender specific issues.

Job Brief:

We’re looking for an Intervention Specialist who can help us improve our students’ academic performance. The ideal candidate will have experience working with students in an urban school setting and be familiar with a variety of instructional strategies. They will also be able to effectively communicate with parents and other stakeholders.

Intervention Specialist Duties:

• Provide individual, group, and family counseling services
• Support individuals, families, and communities impacted by substance abuse
• Provide assessment, plan, and treatment for individuals experiencing distress
• Coordinate with other human service professionals, provide referrals, and coordinate services
• Conduct intakes, assessments, and treatment plans
• Provide crisis intervention, support for families, and assistance with recovery
• Perform community outreach and advocacy
• Perform other duties as assigned

Intervention Specialist Responsibilities:

• Investigate, evaluate, and document the effects of exposure to hazardous conditions, materials, or agents on all relevant systems of the human body
• Document, interview, and analyze medical, occupational, and exposure history
• Perform physiological testing to identify potentially hazardous conditions
• Create relevant documentation, including reports, charts, and presentations, for use by physicians and legal teams
• Coordinate medical and legal review of testing protocols
• Communicate test results to medical providers and attorneys
• Develop medical and legal presentations for litigation and settlement purposes

Requirements And Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in social work or related field
• 2+ years’ documented experience providing social services, mental health, or rehabilitation services
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment

At [Company Name], we believe that diversity and inclusion are critical to our success as an organization. We are committed to building a team that reflects our values of respect, equality, and inclusion. We encourage applications from people of all races, religions, national origins, genders, gender expressions, and ages.