Substance Use Counselor

Comprehensive Treatment Centers; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Competitive 401(k) plan

Paid vacation and sick time

Employer-paid clinical supervision

Unlimited CEUs access

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Early morning hours

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Asheville Comprehensive Treatment Center in Asheville, NC is seeking a Substance Use Counselor for our Outpatient MAT OTP. You will provide high quality individual and group counseling to patients with opioid use disorder and document progress to guide treatment plans.

We offer competitive benefits including health insurance, 401(k), paid vacation and sick time, supervisor support, access to CEUs, EAP, and opportunities for growth. Monday–Friday early shifts with some Saturdays.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor's or Master's in social or health services preferred.
• Practicum/licensure required for licensing adequada.
• Experience in addiction recovery or behavioral health settings helpful.
• Familiarity with MAT (methadone, buprenorphine, naltrexone) desirable.
• Experience documenting patient care, treatment plans, and progress in compliance with state/federal guidelines.

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.

Skills

Counseling experience

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Documentation skills

MAT familiarity

Crisis intervention

Group counseling

Education

High School Diploma or GED

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

Licensure practicum for licensing

License or Certification is required to apply

Job description

Outpatient MAT Opioid Treatment Program (OTP)

• CADC-I, CADC, LCAS-A, LCAS, LCSW-A, LCSW, LCMHC-A, or LCMHC

Outpatient MAT Opioid Treatment Program (OTP) - Seeking

• Substance Use Counselor

Full-Time Hours

• Monday - Friday 4:45 AM - 1:15 PM
• Occasional Saturdays 5:45 AM - 8:15 AM

Our Benefits

• 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

Asheville Comprehensive Treatment Center (CTC), located in Asheville, NC, 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.

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

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent required;
• Prefer Bachelor\'s or Master\'s degree in social or health services field;
• Degree must be from an accredited college or university with practicum in order to be licensed.
• 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.

Licenses/Certifications

• CADC-I, CADC, LCAS-A, LCAS, LCSW-A, LCSW, LCMHC-A, or LCMHC
• License or Certification is required to apply

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