Outpatient Substance Abuse Counselor – LCDC/LPC/LCSW

Community Medical Services; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Subsidized medical, dental and vision

Health savings account

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

401K with match

Tuition and CME reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Professional development

Job summary

Community Medical Services is seeking a Substance Abuse Counselor to assist patients recovering from opioid and substance use disorders in an outpatient setting. You will conduct individual and group sessions, develop treatment plans, and coordinate care with community providers to support recovery and prevent relapse.

The role involves maintaining caseloads, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, and staying current with regulatory requirements to ensure high-quality care.

Qualifications

• Associates degree or above is required.
• Active LCDC, LPC or LCSW license is required.
• Behavioral health experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and manage a caseload in compliance with regulatory standards and ratios.
• Conduct individual sessions, facilitate group counseling and didactic educational presentations.
• Complete comprehensive behavioral health assessments and individualized treatment plans.
• Evaluate treatment effectiveness through ongoing client assessments and adjustments to the service plan.
• Coordinate care with other recovery and community-based service providers, including referrals and documentation.
• Include family and natural supports in the client’s treatment when preferred.
• Maintain knowledge of new developments in substance use treatment as required by state licensure.
• Maintain client records thoroughly and coordinate with other systems as needed.

Skills

Caseload management

Group counseling

Behavioral health assessments

Regulatory compliance

Interpersonal communication

Education

Associates degree or higher

Active LCDC, LPC or LCSW license

Job description

Community Medical Services is seeking a Substance Abuse Counselor to assist patients recovering from opioid and substance use disorders in an outpatient setting. You will conduct individual and group sessions, develop treatment plans, and coordinate care with community providers to support recovery and prevent relapse.

The role involves maintaining caseloads, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, and staying current with regulatory requirements to ensure high-quality care.