Collected Resources
Careers of Substance collects resources from trusted organizations in order to support the substance use workforce in a variety of areas. If you would like to suggest a resource, please contact us.
Wander - a Tool to Support Youth Health and Wellness
Wander is an online destination created by the Prevention Unit in the Bureau of Substance Addiction Services (BSAS) at the Massachusetts Department of Public Health. The site’s goal is to equip youth in early adolescence with stress reduction tools. It offers a self-guided, engaging and motivating...
Wellness and Health Promotion
Wellness and nutrition can affect vulnerability to addiction, and can support or hinder recovery. Health promotion activities can foster brain and other physical changes that support recovery and assist with management or prevention of cravings. Treatment and prevention can incorporate health...
William James College COVID-19 page
People in recovery or struggling with problems as a result of substance use disorder can find ways to access support and help online as well.
William James College Resource Hub
Launched at the outset of the COVID-19 Pandemic, this collection of materials was established in response to calls for a better way to find information and quality mental health resources.
Working with People Who are Justice-Involved
For those working in the addictions field, it is important to understand the justice system. For those who are working within the justice system, it is important to understand the impact of substance use and addictions on individuals and families, as well as the continuum of care.
Working with Pregnant and Parenting Women
Overview This page provides resources for those working with pregnant and parenting women addressing substance use and addictions.
Working with Service Members, Veterans, and their Families (SMVF)
People who work with Service Members, Veterans and their Families (SMVF) to prevent, treat and support recovery from addictions find that understanding the particular cultural context of military service increases their ability to engage and establish rapport.
Working with Youth and Young Adults
A range of resources related to working with youth and young adults (approximate ages 12-30), such as the Youth Central Intake Care Coordination for MA.
Zero Suicide
The foundational belief of Zero Suicide is that suicide deaths for individuals under the care of health and behavioral health systems are preventable. For systems dedicated to improving patient safety, Zero Suicide presents an aspirational challenge and practical framework for system-wide...