Substance Use Counselor

Acadia Healthcare; Beaver (WV); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

Competitive 401(k) plan

Paid vacation and sick time

Employer-paid clinical supervision

Free CEUs (500+)

Job summary

Beaver, WV-based Beckley Comprehensive Treatment Center (CTC), part of Acadia Healthcare, seeks a Substance Use Counselor for the outpatient MAT program. You will deliver compassionate counseling and support for opioid use disorder in a fast-paced clinical setting.

Responsibilities include individual and group sessions, treatment planning, and thorough documentation. Eligible employees gain access to CEUs and a supportive, growth-oriented environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in social or health services field required.
• Degree from an accredited college or university.
• Experience in addiction recovery or behavioral health settings.

Responsibilities

• Provide high quality individual and group counseling.
• Plan, oversee, facilitate and document patient recovery.
• Ensure timely documentation of care and incidents.

Skills

Bachelor's degree in social/health

Master's degree in social/health

MAT familiarity

Individual & group counseling

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Motivational Interviewing (MI)

Documentation & notes

Regulatory knowledge (HIPAA, 42 CFR)

Education

Bachelor's degree in social or health services

Master's degree in social or health services

Job description

Overview

Outpatient MAT Opioid Treatment Program

Seeking:Substance Use Counselor

Full-TimeHours:DAYS/HOURS

• Monday - Friday 5:00 AM - 1:30 PM
• Occasional Saturdays 5:00 AM - 9:00 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
• Opportunityfor growth that is second to none in the industry

Our Team:

Beckley Comprehensive Treatment Center (CTC), located in Beaver,WV, is part of Acadia Healthcare's Comprehensive Treatment Centers, the leading provider of medication-assisted treatment in the nation. Our mission is to providefull-circle care that includes a blend of therapies and the use of safe and effective medications. Our team is the front line of our fight against the opiate epidemic.

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 eligibilityhere: HRSA Eligibility

Qualifications

Education, Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in social or health services field required
• 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.

Licenses/Certifications:

• Not required, position applicable to the following: ADC, AADC, PLC, LPC, BSW, MSW

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.