Substance Use Counselor

Comprehensive Treatment Centers; Anaheim (CA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus program

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid vacation and sick time

Clinical supervision (employer-paid)

CEUs access

EAP program

Early morning hours

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Anaheim Comprehensive Treatment Center (CTC) in Anaheim, CA is seeking a Substance Use Counselor for its Outpatient MAT program. The counselor will provide compassionate individual and group counseling for opioid use disorder and help plan recovery alongside a dedicated clinical team.

The full-time role (36 hours weekly) runs Monday–Friday, 5:00 AM–1:30 PM and offers a supportive environment with growth opportunities, clinical supervision, and access to CEUs.

Qualifications

• Hs graduate or equivalent required.
• Prefer Bachelor’s or Master’s in social or health services.
• Degree from an accredited college/university.
• Experience in addiction recovery or behavioral health settings.
• Familiarity with MAT (methadone, buprenorphine, naltrexone).
• Experience in individual and group counseling.
• Knowledge of CBT, MI, relapse prevention.
• Documentation experience per guidelines.
• Familiarity with state/federal regulations (42 CFR Part 2, HIPAA).
• Experience in multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide high quality, compassionate guidance in individual and group counseling.
• Plan, oversee, facilitate and document patient recovery.
• Co-facilitate group or family sessions as needed.
• Ensure documentation of patient care, treatment, and incidents is timely and clear.
• Prepare individual treatment plans for each patient.
• Initial and follow-up assessments.
• Evaluate patient needs and referrals to other programs/facilities.
• Plan for aftercare for assigned patients.
• Provide crisis intervention as needed.
• Provide case management duties for patients.
• Act as liaison between referral sources and patients.

Skills

Counseling

Group counseling

Individual counseling

Documentation

Crisis intervention

Multidisciplinary teamwork

MAT familiarity

Education

HS diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's or Master's in social/health services

Accredited degree

Job description

Outpatient MAT Opioid Treatment Program

Seeking: Substance Use Counselor

Requirements

• AOD Registration is required.
• AOD Certification is preferred.
• Registration/Certification must be obtained from a California-approved Counselor Certification Organization (CAADE, CADTP or CCAPP).

Full Time Hours: (36 Hours) Monday - Friday 5:00 AM - 1:30 PM

Our Benefits

• Semi-Annual Bonus Program
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Competitive 401(k) plan
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Employer-paid clinical supervision (free to employees)
• Free and unlimited access to 500+ accredited Continuing Education Units (CEUs)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering continued support to employee lifestyle and well-being
• Early morning hours offering a great work/life balance
• Opportunity for growth that is second to none in the industry

Our Team

Anaheim Comprehensive Treatment Center (CTC), located in Anaheim, CA, is part of Acadia Healthcare's Comprehensive Treatment Centers, the leading provider of medication-assisted treatment in the nation. Our counseling team provides compassionate, high-quality counseling and therapy to patients that are seeking recovery from Opioid Use Disorder.

Your Job As a Substance Use Counselor

The Substance Use Counselor is instrumental in our patient’s treatment and recovery from opioid use disorder. Substance Use Counselors provide high quality, compassionate care through various mediums which include both individual and group counseling sessions.

Job Responsibilities

• Provide high quality, compassionate guidance in both individual and group counseling sessions.
• Plan, oversee, facilitate and document patient's recovery.
• Co-facilitate assigned group or family sessions as needed.
• Ensure all documentation regarding patient care, treatment, and incidents is completed timely and in a clear, concise manner.
• Prepare individual treatment plans for each assigned patient.
• Initial assessments as well as follow up assessments.
• Evaluate patient needs and determine if referrals to other programs or facilities are needed.
• May plan for aftercare for assigned patients.
• Provide crisis intervention to patients, as needed.
• Provide case management duties for patients, ensuring individualized quality care as needed.
• Act as a liaison between referral sources and patients, as needed.

Compensation for roles at Anaheim CTC varies depending on a wide array of factors including but not limited to the specific location, role, skill set, and level of experience. As required by local law, Anaheim CTC provides a reasonable hourly range of compensation for roles that may be hired in California as set forth below.

Role Location: California

Calculated Salary Range for role: $27.00- $29.00 per hour.

Eligible positions may qualify for student loan forgiveness through HRSA, depending on clinic site eligibility. Check your eligibilty here: HRSA Eligibility

Required Education, Skills, And Qualifications

• HS graduate or equivalent required;
• Prefer Bachelor's or Master’s degree in social or health services field;
• Degree must be from an accredited college or university.
• Previous experience in addiction recovery or behavioral health settings, such as outpatient, residential, or correctional facilities.
• Familiarity with Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT), including methadone, buprenorphine, and naltrexone.
• Experience conducting individual and group counseling sessions focused on substance use recovery.
• Knowledge of evidence-based practices, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and relapse prevention techniques.
• Documentation experience, including maintaining clinical notes, treatment plans, and progress updates in accordance with state and federal guidelines.
• Familiarity with state regulatory standards (e.g., 42 CFR Part 2, HIPAA, Joint Commission standards).
• Experience collaborating in a multidisciplinary team with medical staff, case managers, and peer support specialists.

Required Licenses/Certifications

• AOD Registration is required.
• AOD Certification is preferred.
• Registration/Certification must be obtained from a California-approved Counselor Certification Organization (CAADE, CADTP or CCAPP).

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment regardless of an individual’s characteristics protected by applicable state, federal and local laws.