Substance Use Counselor

Comprehensive Treatment Centers; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Semi-Annual Bonus

Medical/Dental/Vision

401(k) plan

Paid vacation and sick time

Clinical supervision (employer-paid)

CEUs (500+)

EAP

Early morning hours

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Baton Rouge Comprehensive Treatment Center in Baton Rouge, LA, seeks a Substance Use Counselor to support patients' recovery from opioid use disorder through individual and group counseling.

The role emphasizes high-quality, compassionate care, planning and documenting treatment, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team in an outpatient MAT program.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in a social or health services field is preferred.
• Degree from an accredited college or university is required or preferred.
• Experience in addiction recovery or behavioral health settings is desired.
• Familiarity with Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) such as methadone, buprenorphine, naltrexone.
• Experience conducting individual and group counseling focused on recovery.

Responsibilities

• Provide high quality, compassionate guidance in individual and group counseling.
• Plan, oversee, facilitate and document patient recovery activities.
• Co-facilitate group or family sessions as needed.
• Complete timely documentation of patient care, treatment and incidents.
• Develop individualized treatment plans and conduct initial and follow-up assessments.

Skills

Substance Use Counseling

Group Counseling

Documentation

Team Collaboration

MAT Knowledge

Education

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

Accredited college/university degree

Job description

Outpatient MAT Opioid Treatment Program

Seeking: Substance Use Counselor

Full Time Hours: Monday - Friday 5:15 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

Baton Rouge Comprehensive Treatment Center (CTC), located in Baton Rouge, LA, 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 eligibility here: HRSA Eligibility

Required Education, Skills, And Qualifications

• 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.

Preferred Licenses/Certifications

• Minimum of one of the following: LMHP (LMSW, LCSW, PLPC, LPC, LMFT, LAC), or CAC, CIT, RAC

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.