Community Substance Use Counselor (LCAS/CDAC)

Empowerment Quality Care Services; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage stipend

Professional development

Collaborative work environment

Competitive salary

Job summary

Empowerment Quality Care Services is seeking a qualified Substance Use Professional LCAS(A) or CDAC to join our Community Support Team. The role involves direct counseling, psychoeducation, and supporting the CST in serving individuals with mental health and substance use challenges.

Responsibilities include developing treatment plans, clinical documentation, and crisis intervention as needed. Travel within the community and client homes is required; evening/weekend availability may be necessary.

Qualifications

• Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist required or higher licensure (LCAS/LCAS-A)
• CDAC licensure acceptable
• Experience in community-based or clinical substance use treatment

Responsibilities

• Deliver direct substance use counseling and psychoeducation.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team for integrated care.
• Document interactions per standards and guidelines.
• Participate in treatment planning and staff meetings.
• Assist with crisis intervention.
• Maintain confidentiality per regulations.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

LCAS/LCAS-A

CDAC

Job description

Empowerment Quality Care Services is seeking a qualified Substance Use Professional LCAS(A) or CDAC to join our Community Support Team. The role involves direct counseling, psychoeducation, and supporting the CST in serving individuals with mental health and substance use challenges.

Responsibilities include developing treatment plans, clinical documentation, and crisis intervention as needed. Travel within the community and client homes is required; evening/weekend availability may be necessary.