Substance Abuse Counselor with LCAS-A or full LCAS

New Season; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Early hours

Competitive pay

Generous PTO

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

401k matching

Education/license reimbursement

Referral bonus

Job summary

New Season Treatment Centers is seeking a Substance Abuse Counselor in Durham, NC to engage patients through individual, group, and family counseling as part of a collaborative care team. This role supports treatment planning, progress documentation, and evidence-based practices in an outpatient setting.

We offer day-one benefits, PTO accrual, tuition reimbursement, and a referral bonus program. LCAS certification is preferred or required where applicable, with priority for candidates

Qualifications

• Counseling experience in substance abuse settings.
• Strong documentation and record-keeping skills.
• Ability to develop and monitor treatment plans.
• Proven ability to conduct individual, group, and family sessions.

Responsibilities

• Work with patients to complete intakes, admissions, discharges, and transfer paperwork.
• Document patient progress through counseling and groups.
• Complete patient psychosocial and an individualized treatment plan within required time frame.
• Identify clinical/case management needs and address those needs.
• Perform individual, group, and family counseling as required.
• Maintain at least 20 hours of direct one-on-one contact weekly.
• Educate patients on treatment aspects and recovery steps.
• Obtain Urine Drug Screens and initial patient photo identification.

Skills

Counseling

Patient care

Documentation

Case management

Group counseling

Education

LCAS-A or full LCAS

Job 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 are 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 has 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: Refer to the state-specific requirements for this position below.

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

LCAS-A or full LCAS