Substance Abuse Counselor - CSAC or CSAC-Supervisee

U.S. Care Behavioral Health; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 64,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Paid holidays

Healthcare coverage

Job summary

U.S. Care Behavioral Health seeks a Group Facilitator for its ASAM 2.5 Partial Hospitalization Program. This full-time, 40-hour-per-week role is based in the office, focusing on high-intensity group therapy, relapse prevention, and motivational interviewing.

You will document progress notes for DMAS and ARTS compliance. Qualified candidates hold Virginia Board licenses (CSAC/CSAC-Supervisee, LPC, LCSW or LMFT) and a Bachelor's degree, with at least 1 year in substance use treatment; 2 years

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year in substance use treatment (2 years preferred).
• Experience with ASAM Criteria and DSM-5.

Responsibilities

• Lead high-intensity ASAM 2.5 group therapy sessions focusing on relapse prevention, coping skills, and motivational interviewing.
• Produce accurate daily progress notes in compliance with Virginia DMAS and ARTS standards.

Skills

Group facilitation

ASAM Criteria

DSM-5

Group management

Education

Bachelor's degree

CSAC/CSAC-Supervisee licensing (Virginia)

Job description

The Opportunity

Join our interdisciplinary team as a Group Facilitator for our ASAM 2.5 Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP). We are looking for passionate counselors who thrive in a group therapy environment. In this full-time position, you will lead a minimum of 20 hours of skilled treatment services per week, helping client navigate acute recovery through evidence-based interventions.

Why Join U.S. Care Behavioral Health?

• Competitive Pay: $64k-$75k per year base pay and a performance-based bonus structure.
• Professional Growth: We provide free Board-approved clinical supervision for CSAC-Supervisees and an annual CEU stipend.
• Structured Environment: Fixed daytime hours with no nights or weekends.
• Your Voice Matters: We are reorganizing for our next growth phase from the ground up - your voice will shape our culture and operational workflows.
• Comprehensive Benefits: PTO, paid holidays, and healthcare coverage.
• Work Setting: Full-time, 40-hours per week in the office.

Key Responsibilities

• Group Facilitation: Lead high-intensity (ASAM 2.5) group therapy sessions focusing on relapse prevention, coping skills, and motivational interviewing.
• Documentation: Produce accurate, daily progress notes in compliance with Virginia Medicaid (DMAS) and ARTS standards.

Qualifications

• Certification/License: Must hold an active certification or license with the Virginia Board of Counseling as any of the following:
  • CSAC or CSAC-Supervisee.
  • Resident in Counseling, Supervisee in Social Work, Resident in Psychology.
  • LPC, LCP, LSATP, LCSW, or LMFT.
• Experience: Minimum of 1 years in substance use treatment (2 years preferred).
• Skills: Strong group management skills and experience with the ASAM Criteria and DSM-5.
• Education: Bachelor's degree (minimum required for CSAC; required for CSAC-S registration).