Massachusetts Impaired Driving Instructor (MID) Job at Mental Health Association, Chicopee, MA

  • Mental Health Association
  • Chicopee, MA

Job Description

The Massachusetts Impaired Driver (MID) Instructor provides group and/or individual clinical services to patients mandated by Court or RMV to complete the driver alcohol education program. The MID Instructor completes initial adult comprehensive assessments for program admission, mid-point evaluations, and exit interviews for each participant. Additionally, the instructor participates in ongoing curriculum development and provides documentation and consultation with probation officers, courts, and the Department of Motor Vehicles.

The MID Program is a 16-week educational program for individuals with a first DUI conviction. Participation is court-mandated, requiring attendance at sixteen 2-hour group sessions, a mid-point interview, and an exit interview.

Schedule: Fully remote / hours will be flexible

Payrate: $25 - $30 per hour, dependent on degree and licensure

Key Responsibilities
  • Demonstrate knowledge of substance use disorders and their impact on social, physical, emotional, occupational, legal, and family functioning.
  • Support participants in identifying, articulating, and working toward recovery goals while reducing risk of recidivism.
  • Assist individuals in setting and implementing treatment and recovery goals for substance use and co-occurring disorders.
  • Assess participant needs, identify stressors and patterns, discuss challenges, and encourage personal growth and self-efficacy.
  • Participate collaboratively as a member of the interdisciplinary care team.
  • Educate, support, and empower participants by sharing information on community resources, recovery supports, and self-help groups.
  • Maintain current knowledge of recovery-oriented practices through trainings, webinars, and professional development.
  • Complete required documentation and administrative tasks, promptly report crises or incidents, and promote respect for each individual’s cultural identity.
About BestLife - Emotional Health & Wellness

The BestLife Emotional Health & Wellness Center provides compassionate, person-centered care for individuals, families, and couples facing mental health and substance use challenges. Using evidence-based approaches, our team supports both short-term needs and long-term recovery through services such as assessments, individual, group, family, and couples therapy, substance use and co-occurring disorder treatment, medication management, case coordination, and recovery support. Care is delivered by licensed clinicians and overseen by a board-certified psychiatrist, ensuring high-quality, supportive treatment every step of the way.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The Mental Health Association is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Applicants MUST reside in one of the following to be eligible: Massachusetts, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Texas, Vermont, Maine, West Virginia, or Puerto Rico.
  • Bachelor’s or master's degree in social work, psychology, or a related field OR independent licensure.
  • Experience and proficiency in substance use disorder treatment and recovery, including knowledge of addiction services and local resources.
  • Bilingual in Spanish and English, preferred.
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Job Tags

Hourly pay, Temporary work, Local area, Remote work, Trial period, Flexible hours

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