Substance Abuse Counselor Franklin NC Youth Residential Program

PsyPhyCare; Franklin (NC); On-site; USD 27,552,000 - 48,216,000; Part time

Job summary

PsyPhyCare, a division of Business Staffing of America, Inc., seeks a Part-time Substance Abuse Counselor or LCAS to provide on-site counseling within a federally supported residential youth program in Franklin, North Carolina. The role supports youths ages 16–24, with a mission to promote employment readiness and independent living.

The position is contract-based with part-time availability up to 20 hours per week, Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, on-site in Franklin, NC.

Qualifications

• Active Substance Abuse Counseling (LCAS) in North Carolina.
• Minimum of 1 year experience providing substance use/behavioral health services to adolescents or young adults.
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-site individual and group counseling to enrolled students.
• Develop and deliver prevention and education programming for alcohol, drugs, and tobacco.
• Engage with students in residential and common areas.
• Collaborate with program leadership and interdisciplinary staff.
• Support student development, coping skills, decision-making, and relapse prevention.
• Provide crisis intervention and behavioral support as needed.
• Create and manage individualized case plans to improve retention and wellness.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and comply with HIPAA.

Skills

Substance abuse counseling

Crisis intervention

Individual counseling

Group counseling

Documentation

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Opportunity

PsyPhyCare, a division of Business Staffing of America, Inc., is seeking a Substance Abuse Counselor or Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist (LCAS) to provide on-site substance abuse prevention and counseling services within a federally supported residential youth program in Franklin, North Carolina 28734.

Our client operates a comprehensive residential program serving young adults, ages 16–24. The program’s mission is to prepare participants for meaningful employment and independent living.

This role provides direct clinical services to students and collaborates closely with residential and program staff in a structured, community-based environment.

Position Overview

This is a contract position with part-time availability, up to 20 hours per week.

• Schedule: Monday–Friday
• Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• No weekends required
• Location: On-site in Franklin, NC (no telehealth or remote option)

Scheduling flexibility is available to support student engagement and program needs, including occasional presence during afternoon or early evening hours.

Key Responsibilities

The clinician will provide comprehensive on-site substance abuse prevention, education, and counseling services to enrolled students and maintain an active presence within the residential environment.

Responsibilities include:

• Delivering individual and group substance abuse counseling services
• Developing and facilitating alcohol, drug, and tobacco prevention and education programming
• Engaging with students in residential and common areas (dormitories, recreation areas, dining facilities, counseling spaces)
• Collaborating with program leadership and interdisciplinary staff
• Supporting student development, healthy coping skills, decision-making, and relapse prevention
• Providing crisis intervention and behavioral support as needed
• Developing individualized case management plans to improve student retention and promote overall wellness
• Maintaining accurate, timely clinical documentation
• Upholding all professional, ethical, and confidentiality standards in compliance with HIPAA and applicable regulations

Qualifications

Licensure

• Candidates must hold active and valid Substance Abuse Counseling certification (LCAS) in the State of North Carolina.

Experience

• Minimum of one (1) year of experience providing substance abuse or behavioral health services to adolescents or young adults.

Education

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university preferred.

About PsyPhyCare

PsyPhyCare is committed to delivering professional and passionate practitioners who impact their world, supporting both the individuals we serve and the communities in which they live and grow.