Tobacco Treatment Specialist

Job Details: Job Location: Hauppauge Residential

• Hauppauge, NY, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: Bachelors Degree, Salary Range: $60000.00 - $70000.00Salary/year, Travel Percentage: Road Warrior, Job Shift: Morning, Summary Are you ready to join a dynamic team of dedicated values-based leaders and professionals who are committed to creating a healthy, addiction-free world? As Tobacco Treatment Specialist at Phoenix House, you will provide evidence-based education and training related to smoking cessation to staff and clients. The Tobacco Treatment Specialist would work under the direction of the Director of Residential Services. If this sounds like you, we invite you to apply. Be part of something bigger — help us build a healthier, addiction-free future together. Phoenix House of NY is proudly offering 100% employer-paid medical insurance for all eligible employees and their dependents! About Us Phoenix House of New York | Long Island is a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping individuals and families overcome substance use disorders and achieve lasting recovery. We provide treatment, housing, and support services for our clients and their families. Our core values— Integrity, Compassion, Appreciation, Respect, Excellence, and Forward Thinking —guide our approach, ensuring each person receives evidence-based care that promotes dignity and wellness. By upholding these values, we empower people to rebuild their lives with hope, accountability, and support.

What We Offer

At Phoenix House, we recognize that in today’s economic climate, stability and support matter more than ever. That’s why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to care for you as a whole person—supporting your health, financial well-being, and work-life balance. Here are some of our perks: (10) Paid Holidays Paid vacation, sick time, personal and wellness time Medical, dental, and vision insurance for those who are scheduled to work at least 30 hours per week Pet insurance, legal support, and other supplemental insurance A generous tuition reimbursement program 403(b) retirement plan Competitive wages and more...

You will have responsibilities including but not limited to: Responsible for oversight of assistance in the development of the educational curriculum related to smoking cessation and harm reduction. Provide evidence-based training and education workshops for residential clients and staff on harms of smoking, harm reduction strategies, pharmacologic and other treatment for tobacco use disorder, and motivational interviewing.

Conduct comprehensive assessments of tobacco and nicotine use, dependence, readiness to quit, and previous cessation attempts. Design treatment plans and follow ups for those interested in cessation or cutting down efforts. Provide education regarding FDA-approved tobacco cessation medications and make appropriate referrals or recommendations within scope of practice.

Collaborate with providers to ensure timely access to appropriate pharmacologic treatment for tobacco use disorder. Participate in tobacco cessation outreach, education, prevention, and community health initiatives. Provide individual and/or group tobacco cessation counseling using evidence-based behavioral interventions.

Document assessments, interventions, treatment plans, referrals, and outcomes accurately and in accordance with organizational requirements. Aid in any data collection for grant programming related to the tobacco cessation initiatives.

Qualifications

REQUIRED EDUCATION Bachelors degree in Public Health, Social Work, Psychology, Health Education, or a related field Masters Preferred LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS Certification as a Tobacco Treatment Specialist(TTS) or similar credential Willingness to obtain TTS certification within 6 months of hire. COMPETENCIES (KSAs) Leadership Initiative Ethical Practices Judgment Relationship Management Emotional Intelligence Professional Boundaries Global and Cultural Awareness Critical Evaluation Problem Solving Decision Making Communication Teamwork Crisis Management Technical Capacity REQUIRED EXPERIENCE Minimum 2-3 years of experience in health education, behavioral health, or substance use prevention/treatment with a focus on tobacco cessation treatment.

Minimum 2-3 years of experience working in substance use and mental health treatment programs. (veteran experience preferred) Effective communication skills Excellent time management