Substance Abuse Counselor (Master's degree in a related field)

New Season; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits on DAY ONE

PTO starting DAY ONE

Tuition reimbursement opportunities

Referral bonuses up to $2,000

Job summary

New Season in Augusta, GA seeks a Substance Abuse Counselor to engage patients through individual, group, and family counseling within a collaborative treatment team to meet clinical needs and promote overall well‑being.

For over 30 years, New Season Treatment Centers have led outpatient care for Opioid Use Disorder, offering day‑one benefits, tuition reimbursement, and referral bonuses. This role provides growth and community impact.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Human Services or related field.
• Experience in the substance abuse field preferred.
• Equal employment opportunity statement included in posting.

Responsibilities

• Work with patients to complete intakes, admissions, discharges, and transfer paperwork.
• Document patient progress through counseling and group sessions.
• Create and follow an individualized treatment plan within required timeframes.
• Identify clinical or case-management needs and address them.
• Provide individual, group, and family counseling as required.
• Maintain at least 20 hours of direct patient contact weekly.
• Educate patients about treatment, health issues, and recovery steps.
• Obtain urine drug screens and initial patient photo ID.
• Protect proprietary data and act in the program's best interests.

Skills

Counseling

Group counseling

Documentation

Urine drug screens

Education

Master's degree in Human Services or related field

Job description

Description

Looking for a new opportunity? New Season offers exciting benefits! Take a look at this opportunity to join us in making a powerful impact in your local community!

• Full benefits available on DAY ONE
• Start accruing up to 3 weeks of PTO starting on DAY ONE
• Tuition reimbursement opportunities available
• Up to $2,000 in employee referral bonuses available

Description

Looking for a new opportunity? New Season offers exciting benefits! Take a look at this opportunity to join us in making a powerful impact in your local community!

• Full benefits available on DAY ONE
• Start accruing up to 3 weeks of PTO starting on DAY ONE
• Tuition reimbursement opportunities available
• Up to $2,000 in employee referral bonuses available

Ready to get started? Here’s what we’re looking for in our newest team member!

As a Substance Abuse Counselor you’ll engage with your patients with individual, group, and/or family counseling. You’ll work with a collaborative treatment team consisting of our Medical Director, Program Director, Treatment Services Coordinator, Counselors and Nurses to identify and meet the clinical needs of the patient and to assist in their overall well-being.

For over 30 years, New Season Treatment Centers have been a leading national health care service provider of outpatient treatment centers that specialize in providing safe, quality and best in class care for individuals living with Opioid Use Disorder ("OUD").

Curious what your day-to-day may look like and how you’ll be making a big positive impact on your local community??

Essential Functions:

• Work with patients to complete intakes, admissions, discharges, and transfer paperwork.
• Document patient progress through counseling and interaction through groups.
• Complete patient psychosocial and an individualized treatment plan within the required time frame.
• Identify any clinical/case management needs and work to address those needs.
• Perform individual, group, and family counseling as required.
• Perform at least 20 hours of direct one-on-one patient contact per week through individual and/or group counseling sessions.
• Educate patients in all aspects of treatment, corresponding health issues and steps to recovery.
• Obtain Urine Drug Screens and initial patient photo identification.
• Always act in the best interests of the program and company; honors, supports, and protects the proprietary data and rights of the company.

Benefits:

• Early morning hours (Allows for a great work life balance)
• Competitive Pay
• Generous PTO
• Excellent Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short/Long Term Disability
• 401k with up to 3% matching
• Reimbursement for education, license, tuition, etc.
• Referral bonus (up to $2,000)

Essential Qualifications:

Education/Licensure/Certification: Qualified candidates must have a Master’s degree in a Human Services or related field of study.

Experience Required: Experience in the substance abuse field is preferred, but not required.

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.

Job Or State Requirements

Master's degree in a related field