Substance Abuse Counselor: Day-One Benefits, PTO & Perks

New Season; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits on day one

3 weeks PTO

Tuition reimbursement

Referral bonus up to $2,000

Job summary

New Season in Durham, NC is seeking a compassionate counselor to support patients through intakes, admissions, discharges, and transfers. You will document progress and guide treatment decisions within established timelines.

You will deliver individual, group, and family counseling, educate clients about recovery, and identify needs requiring case management coordination. Benefits start on DAY ONE.

Qualifications

• Experience in the substance abuse field is preferred.
• LCAS-A or LCAS licensure required per state requirements.
• Ability to adhere to state-specific credentialing rules.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with intakes, admissions, discharges, and transfers.
• Document patient progress through individual and group counseling.
• Develop and update treatment plans within required timeframes.
• Identify clinical needs and coordinate case management.
• Provide individual, group, and family counseling.
• Ensure at least 20 hours per week of direct patient contact.
• Educate patients on treatment and recovery steps.
• Conduct urine drug screens and verify patient identification.
• Protect program and company data and comply with policies.

Skills

Counseling

Intake processing

Documentation

Case management

Group counseling

Education

LCAS-A or LCAS

Job description

New Season in Durham, NC is seeking a compassionate counselor to support patients through intakes, admissions, discharges, and transfers. You will document progress and guide treatment decisions within established timelines.

You will deliver individual, group, and family counseling, educate clients about recovery, and identify needs requiring case management coordination. Benefits start on DAY ONE.