About MHA
MHA – Mental Health Association is a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping people live their best life. We provide a wide range of services across Western Massachusetts, including outpatient therapy, substance use recovery, supports for individuals with developmental disabilities or brain injuries, and residential and housing programs. MHA serves individuals impacted by mental illness, substance use, developmental disabilities, brain injuries, and homelessness. Our mission is rooted in inclusion, dignity, and empowering people to lead fulfilling, independent lives.
About BestLife - Emotional Health & Wellness
The BestLife Emotional Health & Wellness Center offers compassionate, person-centered mental health and substance use treatment for individuals, families, and couples. Whether challenges are short-term or ongoing, BestLife provides evidence-based care to support emotional well-being and recovery.
Services include assessments, therapy (individual, group, family, couples), substance use treatment, co-occurring disorder care, medication management, case coordination, and recovery support. Care is delivered by licensed clinicians and overseen by a board-certified psychiatrist.
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Position Summary
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.
Pay Rate: $25+ an hour
Open Schedule: Fully remote
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.
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.
- Bachelor’s or Mater'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.
- Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
- Retirement Plan (403B, IRA)
- Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
- Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
- Long Term Disability
- $25+ an hour
