Part-Time Substance Abuse Counselor (CADC) – IOP / Intensive Outpatient | Hickory, NC

New Season; Hickory (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Part time

Job summary

New Season Treatment Centers is seeking a Substance Abuse Counselor (CADC) for a flexible part-time role in Hickory, NC. You will conduct intakes, assess needs, and provide individual and group counseling within an Intensive Outpatient program.

Applicants should hold an active NC CADC and have a year of SUD counseling experience. This position offers growth opportunities and a patient-centered care environment.

Qualifications

• Active North Carolina CADC required.
• Minimum of one year of substance use disorder counseling experience.
• Knowledge of HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills.
• Passion for patient-centered behavioral healthcare.

Responsibilities

• Conduct intakes, admissions, transfers, and discharge planning.
• Provide individual, group, and family counseling using evidence-based approaches.
• Facilitate SAIOP and Intensive Outpatient group sessions.
• Coordinate care and document per HIPAA and state regulations.
• Educate patients on addiction, recovery, relapse prevention, and coping strategies.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and treatment teams; participate in community outreach.

Skills

Excellent communication

Organization

Documentation skills

Empathy

Education

Master's degree in Counseling/Related field

Job description

Substance Abuse Counselor (CADC) – IOP / Intensive Outpatient | Hickory, NC

Looking for a flexible part-time counseling opportunity where you can make a meaningful impact? Join New Season Treatment Centers and help individuals on their recovery journey while maintaining the work-life balance you need.

Why Join New Season?

• Flexible part-time schedule
• Opportunity to supplement private practice or another counseling position
• Tuition reimbursement opportunities
• Up to $2,000 employee referral bonus
• Early morning schedule for outstanding work-life balance
• 401(k) with company match
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities

What You'll Do:

• Conduct patient intakes, admissions, transfers, and discharge planning
• Complete psychosocial assessments and develop individualized treatment plans
• Provide individual, group, and family counseling using evidence-based treatment approaches
• Facilitate SAIOP and Intensive Outpatient (IOP) group therapy sessions
• Provide individual and group counseling based on the assigned part-time schedule while meeting program and documentation requirements.
• Identify behavioral health and case management needs while coordinating care
• Educate patients on addiction, recovery, relapse prevention, and healthy coping strategies
• Obtain urine drug screens and patient identification documentation
• Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation in accordance with HIPAA, 42 CFR Part 2, CARF, and state regulations
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, clinical leadership, and treatment teams to provide exceptional patient care
• Participate in community outreach and program development initiatives

Qualifications:

• Active North Carolina CADC required
• CADC-R, CADC-I, LCAS-A, or LCAS also encouraged to apply if they meet program requirements
• Master's degree in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, Human Services, or a related behavioral health field preferred
• Minimum of one year of substance use disorder counseling experience
• Knowledge of evidence-based counseling techniques, HIPAA, 42 CFR Part 2, and addiction treatment best practices
• Excellent communication, organization, and documentation skills
• Passion for providing compassionate, patient-centered behavioral healthcare

About New Season

New Season Treatment Centers operates one of the nation's largest outpatient addiction treatment networks, providing compassionate, evidence-based care to individuals recovering from opioid addiction. Our multidisciplinary teams are committed to helping patients achieve lasting recovery while supporting employees with excellent benefits, career growth, and a collaborative work environment.

Whether you're looking to supplement your current counseling practice, transition into addiction treatment, or simply want a rewarding part-time opportunity, we'd love to have you join our Hickory team.

Colonial Management Group, LP./New Season provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Job Or State Requirements

IOP experience. Has CADC, LCAS-A full LCAS and/or LCSW-A/ LCSW