Substance Abuse Counselor, LSAA or LADAC

Healthcare Recruiters International; Hobbs (NM); On-site; USD 28,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

403(b) with 7% employer contribution

13 paid holidays + PTO

Paid CEUs

Job summary

HealthCare Recruiters International seeks a Substance Abuse Counselor to join a nonprofit community mental health clinic in Hobbs, NM. The position is full-time and on-site, providing direct counseling, treatment planning, and care coordination for individuals with alcohol and drug dependency.

Openings are for LSAA or LADAC credentials; experience in outpatient SUD is preferred. On-site work is required with a benefits package including medical, dental, and vision, a 403(b), paid holidays, PTO,

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree with active LSAA, or Bachelor’s degree with LADAC.
• Experience in community-based or outpatient SUD treatment preferred.
• Must work on-site (remote work not available for this role).
• Must pass CYFD and criminal background checks

Responsibilities

• Conduct client assessments and gather substance use histories.
• Design and implement individualized treatment and rehabilitation plans.
• Provide group and individual counseling for clients with SUD.
• Coordinate care with internal providers and external partners.
• Maintain timely and compliant documentation.
• Participate in care team meetings and progress reviews

Education

LSAA (Associate Degree)

LADAC (Bachelor’s Degree)

Job description

Substance Abuse Counselor, LSAA or LADAC
Outpatient Substance Use Disorder Services
Community Mental Health
Full-time, On-site (required), Permanent
Loan Forgiveness and Advancement Opportunities
$20–$32hour + Excellent Benefits
Hobbs, NM

HealthCare Recruiters International (HCRI) is seeking a Substance Abuse Counselor to join a dedicated substance use treatment team at a nonprofit community mental health clinic in Hobbs, New Mexico. This full-time, on-site position provides direct substance abuse counseling, treatment planning, and care coordination for individuals struggling with alcohol and drug dependency.

Openings are available for professionals holding either LSAA (Associate Degree) or LADAC (Bachelor’s Degree) credentials. The ideal candidate will have experience working with outpatient or community-based clients and a passion for recovery-focused care.

Substance Abuse Counselor, LSAA or LADAC Responsibilities

• Conduct client assessments and gather substance use histories

• Design and implement individualized treatment and rehabilitation plans

• Provide group and individual counseling for clients with SUD

• Coordinate care with internal providers and external partners

• Maintain timely and compliant documentation

• Participate in care team meetings and progress reviews

Substance Abuse Counselor, LSAA or LADAC Requirements

• Associate’s degree with active LSAA, or Bachelor’s degree with LADAC

• Experience in community-based or outpatient SUD treatment preferred

• Must work on-site (remote work not available for this role)

• Must pass CYFD and criminal background checks

• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred, not required

Substance Abuse Counselor, LSAA or LADAC Compensation

• $20–$32/hour depending on credential level and experience

• Full-time, benefit-eligible position (medical, dental, vision)

• 403(b) with 7% employer contribution

• 13 paid holidays + generous PTO

• Paid CEUs and training

• Eligible for federal and state loan forgiveness programs