Part Time LCAS/LCASA for Substance Use Disorder Services

A Caring Alternative; Morganton (NC); On-site; USD 27,552 - 41,328; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Company laptop provided

401(k) & Roth retirement plans

11 paid holidays

Direct deposit

Paid Time Off accrual begins 60 days

Major medical, dental & vision

Life Insurance

Short/Long-term disability insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

A Caring Alternative, LLC is seeking a part-time SUD Therapist to provide intensive clinical services to adults within our outpatient SAIOP/SACOT framework in Morganton, NC. The role focuses on structured individual and group addiction activities, with day and evening hours to support clients in their community, work, or school commitments.

The ideal candidate has a master’s degree in a related Human Services field, and LCAS/LCASA licensure or eligibility, with strong written, verbal, and

Qualifications

• Master’s degree required in Special Education, Psychology, Social Work or related Human Services.
• One year of adult SAS experience preferred or knowledge of SAIOP/SACOT populations.
• LCAS/LCASA licensure or eligibility is expected.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and basic IT tasks.

Responsibilities

• Ensure SAIOP and SACOT service definitions are met.
• Complete admissions processes and interviews.
• Develop initial assessments and service recommendations.
• Prepare admission packets and plan treatment steps.
• Lead group sessions and develop materials for sessions.
• Collaborate in daily staff meetings and treatment planning.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Written & verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Education

Master's degree in Special Education, Psychology, Social Work or related Human Services

LCAS / LCASA certification

Tools

Microsoft Word/Excel/PowerPoint

Job description

Job Location: Morganton, NC

Position Type: Part Time

A Caring Alternative, LLC (ACA) is a well-established comprehensive care agency providing behavioral health and substance use disorder services to adults, adolescents, and children in Western North Carolina. The agency was founded on the belief that when people truly care and are willing to go the extra mile, we will not only improve lives, but we will also create success in the lives of the people we support.

To more about us, visit our website at www.caringalternative.com.

Why apply at A Caring Alternative?

• We celebrate diversity, so bring YOU! We want you to be proud and comfortable to bring your true self and we strive to enhance the value of our work through respectful curiosity of one another’s culture.
• Competitive Payrates! We offer a competitive rate of pay.
• Work related mileage is paid tax free.
• Free Clinical Supervision!If you are provisionally licensed, our company pays for this benefit directly to our clinical supervisor in the amount of $360 per month/$4,320 per year. Clinical supervision is provided by clinicians within our agency who will allow you to acquire new skills and grow in your ability to provide quality services during your employment with our company.
• Be a Team Member! As a member of our team, we are dedicated to promoting your talents, skillset, and energies to improve the environment and quality for those we serve. We are in the business of caring and committed to building an organization where our team can grow together by helping others.
• Strong Core Values! Join our values-based, family-owned company with a culture that we care.
• Flexibility! We work in a team environment and promote flexibility. One of our core values is that our employees have a healthy work-life balance.
• Training! Solid training is provided & paid for by the company. Free CPR, First Aid and NPI training. CEUs are available and external training is also paid for by the company.

Benefits!

We offer a comprehensive benefits package for full time employees.

• Company laptop provided for most positions.
• 401(k) & Roth retirement plans.
• Company matching 401(k) & Roth.
• 11 paid holidays.
• Direct deposit.
• Paid Time Off accrual begins 60 days after hire.
• Major medical, dental & vision insurance plus 16 hours paid sick time after 60 days.
• Company paid Life Insurance policy.
• Short term & long-term insurance available.
• Employee Assistance Program for free financial, emotional & legal help.

The SUD Therapist is expected to provide intensive clinical therapeutic services to adults with identified substance abuse diagnosis. This service provides structured individual and group addiction activities and are provided at an outpatient program designed to assist adult a time-limited, multi-faceted approach treatment service for adults to begin recovery and learn skills for recovery maintenance. These services are provided during day and evening hours to enable beneficiaries to maintain residence in their community, continue to work or go to school, and to be a part of their family life.

Responsibilities Include

• Ensure services meet the service definition of Substance Abuse Intensive Outpatient Program (SAIOP) and Substance Abuse Comprehensive Outpatient Treatment Program (SACOT).
• Complete the client admission process.
• Complete admissions interviews for new consumers; work with SUD Team Lead to develop and coordinate initial assessment.
• Complete comprehensive clinical assessments and make appropriate service recommendations.
• Complete consumer admission intake packet.
• Participate in daily organizational staff meetings and treatment planning meetings to discuss consumer progress and changing needs.
• Develop group materials and lessons plans.
• Monitor group sessions for best practice; lead groups.

Basic Requirements:

• Ability to perform tasks on the computer including working with Microsoft 360, Excel, Word and other basic programs.
• Valid driver’s license, auto insurance coverage and reliable transportation.
• Pass criminal background check and other regulatory checks.
• Provide proof of your education.

Education and Experience Required:

• A masters degree in Special Education, Psychology, Social Work or closely related Human Services area.
• At least one (1) year of adult SAS work experience and have the knowledge, skills, and abilities required by the population to be served.
• Exceptional written, oral, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• High level proficiency in Microsoft Office- MS Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint. Or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Licensure/Certification Requirements: LCAS, LCASA

Resume must include degree earned (major & minor), graduation month & year, relevant employment dates including month and year, and populations served.

A Caring Alternative, LLC a CARF accredited service provider with facilities in Asheville, Hickory, Marion, Statesville, and Morganton, NC. A Caring Alternative, LLC is CABHA certified and a Trauma Informed Agency. We provide an array of services to Alexander, Buncombe, Burke, Catawba, Caldwell, Iredell, McDowell, and Mitchell counties which consist of Assertive Community Treatment Team, Community Support Team, Day Treatment, Integrated Care, Intensive In-Home, Medication Management, Outpatient Therapy, and Therapeutic Foster Care.

We are an equal opportunity employer.