Substance Use Counselor

Silver Lining Therapy; Asheville (NC); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO after 90 days

401(k) matching

Remote work

Sundays & Mondays off

Growth opportunities

EMR system

Job summary

Silver Lining Therapy, a North Carolina-based provider, seeks an experienced counselor for a full-time position focusing on substance use and DWI services. The role is primarily remote, with in-person duties 2–4 times per month, including travel to offices or correctional facilities.

Responsibility includes assessments, group therapy, and clear documentation to support client progress. Qualifications include CADC or LCAS (NC) and comfort with telehealth.

Qualifications

• Required: CADC or LCAS (North Carolina); fully credentialed.
• Preferred: located in Western North Carolina (WNC).
• Experience in the DWI field is appreciated, including assessments and/or groups.
• Strong clinical judgment and documentation skills.
• Comfortable learning, training, and working remotely.
• Able to travel locally 2–4 times per month for in-person duties.
• Spanish-speaking preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive substance use assessments via telehealth.
• Facilitate substance use treatment groups.
• Complete clear, accurate, and timely clinical documentation.
• Provide appropriate, individualized treatment recommendations.
• Maintain compliance with North Carolina standards and ethical guidelines.
• Collaborate with team members to support continuity of care.
• Participate in remote training and team collaboration.
• Be available for in-person responsibilities 2–4 times per month, including travel.

Skills

Clinical judgment

Documentation skills

Telehealth

Independent work

Education

CADC or LCAS (North Carolina)

Job description

Counselor – Substance Use / DWI Services (Hybrid)

Pay: $50,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Compensation:$50,000–$65,000 annually, based on experience, credentials, and qualifications.

Schedule:Full-time, Tuesday through Saturday. Sundays and Mondays are off. Some evening appointments are required to meet client needs; however, most assessments occur during daytime hours.

Silver Lining Therapy is a virtual, North Carolina-based provider offering substance use assessments, ADETS, Prime for Life, and outpatient treatment services. We specialize in working with individuals navigating DWI requirements, court involvement, and recovery support—prioritizing timely access, clear documentation, and compassionate, person-centered care.

We are currently seeking an experienced counselor for a full-time position.

Position Overview

This is aprimarily remote position for a clinician who lives in Western North Carolina (WNC) or surrounding. The majority of services are provided virtually; however, the clinician must be available forin-person responsibilities approximately 2–3 times per month, which may include travel to our office or a correctional facility.

The role includes conducting substance use assessments and facilitating group therapy services while adhering to North Carolina state guidelines. Clinicians use a streamlined EMR system and have administrative and support staff available.

Because training and day-to-day collaboration are primarily virtual, candidates should be comfortablelearning, communicating, and working independently in a remote environment.Previous remote or telehealth experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive substance use assessments via telehealth
• Facilitate substance use treatment groups
• Complete clear, accurate, and timely clinical documentation
• Provide appropriate, individualized treatment recommendations
• Maintain compliance with North Carolina standards and ethical guidelines
• Collaborate with team members to support continuity of care
• Participate in remote training, communication, and team collaboration
• Be available for in-person responsibilities approximately 2–4 times per month, including potential travel to the office or a correctional facility

Qualifications

• Required: CADC or LCAS (North Carolina)Must be fully credentialed; we are not accepting intern or associate-level licenses at this time
• Preferred location in Western North Carolina (WNC)
• Experience in the DWI field is appreciated, including conducting assessments and/or facilitating groups
• Strong clinical judgment and documentation skills
• Comfortable learning, training, and working remotely
• Able to work independently and stay organized in a virtual environment
• Previous remote or telehealth experience is preferred, but not required
• Able to travel locally for occasional in-person responsibilities approximately 2–4 times per month
• Spanish-speaking preferred, but not required

What We Offer

• $50,000–$65,000 annual compensation, based on experience, credentials, and qualifications
• Primarily remote work
• Sundays and Mondays off
• 2 weeks paid time off after 90 days
• 3% 401(k) company contribution
• Simple, user-friendly EMR system
• Administrative and support staff available
• Collaborative, open-minded team environment
• Opportunity for growth
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Paid time off

License/Certification

• CADC or LCAS (Required)

Work Location:Primarily remote;prefer to reside in Western North Carolina or surroundingand be available for in-person responsibilities approximately 2–4 times per month.

• 401(k)
• Paid time off

Location:

• Asheville, NC 28801 (Preferred, not required)
• Day Shift (Required)
• Night Shift (Required)