Substance Use Counselor

Acadia Healthcare; Easley (SC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Semi-Annual Bonus Program

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

Competitive 401(k) plan

Paid vacation and sick time

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Easley Comprehensive Treatment Center (CTC), part of Acadia Healthcare, is seeking a Substance Use Counselor to support recovery from opioid use disorder through individual and group counseling. The role emphasizes a consistent schedule and opportunities for advancement within Counselor Levels (1-5), with employer-paid supervision and free CEUs to enhance clinical skills.

The team focuses on compassionate, high-quality care across patients, collaborating with medical staff and peers to ensure

Qualifications

• Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in social or health services field is required.
• Master’s degree in social or health services field preferred; degree from accredited college or university.
• Previous experience in addiction recovery or behavioral health settings.
• Familiarity with Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT), including methadone, buprenorphine, and naltrexone.

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.

Skills

Substance use counseling

MAT familiarity

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

Motivational Interviewing

Relapse prevention

Documentation

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Case management

Crisis intervention

Education

Bachelor's degree in social or health services field

Master’s degree in social or health services field

Job description

Overview

Outpatient MAT Opioid Treatment Program

Seeking: Substance Use Counselor

Full Time Hours:

Monday - Friday, 5:15 AM - 12:30 PM

Saturday rotation of 6:45 AM to 8:45 AM

Our Benefits:

• Semi-Annual Bonus Program
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Competitive 401(k) plan
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Employee Assistance Program(EAP) offering continued support to employee lifestyle and well-being

Our Team:

Easley Comprehensive Treatment Center (CTC), located in Easley, SC, 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.

Additional Benefits of Joining our Clinical Team:

• Consistent schedule - early in and out times offering a great work/life balance
• Opportunity for growth and advancement - clear, climbable structure into Counselor Levels (1-5) based on education, credentials, and years of experience
• Employer-paid clinical supervision - free to employees!
• Free and unlimited access to 500+ accredited Continuing Education Units (CEUs) - enhance your clinical knowledge and stay informed on evolving treatment approaches
• Being the catalyst for change - empowering individuals overcome SUD and make a daily life-saving impact!

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

Qualifications

Required Education, Skills and Qualifications:

• Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in social or health services field is required;
• Master’s degree in social or health services field preferred
• 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.

Accepted Licenses/Certifications:

• Certified Addiction Counselor (ADC/AADC)
• National Certified Addiction Counselor (NCAC I/NCAC II)
• Master Addiction Counselor (MAC)
• Licensed Addiction Counselor (LAC)

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