MDFR Specialist

Company: Advanced Behavioral Health
Location: Waterbury
Posted on: May 7, 2025

Job Description:

POSITION SUMMARY: The MDFR Specialist will represent ABH - and its services in a positive and professional manner and adhere to ABH -'s best practices, guidelines, policies and procedures as established, promoting ABH - as a leader in behavioral healthcare in all interactions and work. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Deliver MDFR services on-site at DCF, in client homes, or in other community locations.
• MDFR Specialists also may participate in DCF case consultation and service planning meetings.
• Bi-lingual Spanish/English preferred with expertise working with Hispanic youth and families, and with experience in the substance use field. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
  • Bachelor's degree or higher, with several years of experience working in the substance use treatment field.
  • Required to become fully certified as an MDFR Specialist typically lasts 9-12 months.
  • MDFR staff participate in ongoing quality assurance activities after certification
  • Compliance with current State of Connecticut and federal health and vaccine requirements;
  • Attends annual Conflict of Interest training.KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES - MDFR Specialist:
    • Demonstrated knowledge of engagement services, substance use, mental health services, and community resources;
    • Experience with and understanding of recovery and the stages of change;
    • Must have a valid driver's license, reliable transportation, safe driving record, and be willing to transport clients in personal vehicle;
    • Proof of car insurance verifying minimum insurance coverage of $100,000/$300,000/$100,000;
    • Strong attention to detail; ability to work on multiple tasks and meet deadlines;
    • Excellent PC skills with demonstrated experience using Microsoft Office Package (MS Word, Excel, Power Point, Access, Outlook); internet;
    • Strong written and verbal communication skills required;
    • Attends annual Conflict of Interest training.PI07fd6c729a67-37820-28673801

Keywords: Advanced Behavioral Health, Fairfield , MDFR Specialist, Other , Waterbury, Connecticut