Substance Use Counselor

Acadia Healthcare; Grandville (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Semi-Annual Bonus Program

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

Competitive 401(k) plan

Paid vacation and sick time

Employer-paid clinical supervision

CEU access (500+ CEUs)

Job summary

Acadia’s Western Michigan Comprehensive Treatment Center in Grandville, Michigan is seeking a Substance Use Counselor (LLMSW, MSW, CAADC or CAADC-DP) for full-time hours in an outpatient MAT program. The counseling team delivers compassionate, high-quality care to patients pursuing recovery from Opioid Use Disorder.

The role emphasizes individual and group counseling, treatment planning, documentation, and coordination with a multidisciplinary team to support continuity of care and positive

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in social or health services field.
• Experience in addiction recovery or behavioral health settings.
• Familiarity with MAT (methadone, buprenorphine, naltrexone).
• Experience conducting individual and group counseling for substance use recovery.

Responsibilities

• Provide high quality, compassionate guidance in individual and group counseling.
• Plan, oversee, facilitate and document patient’s recovery.
• Co-facilitate group or family sessions as needed.
• Ensure all documentation regarding patient care is timely and clear.
• Prepare individual treatment plans for each patient.

Skills

Counseling

CBT

Motivational Interviewing

Documentation

Education

Master’s degree in social or health services

MCBAP certification or eligible Development Plan

CADC/CAADC credentials

Licensure options (LLMSW/LMSW etc)

Job description

Overview

Outpatient MAT Opioid Treatment Program

Seeking: Substance Use Counselor - LLMSW. MSW, CAADC or CAADC-DP

Full Time Hours:

• Monday - Friday: 5:30 AM -2:00 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
• Opportunityfor growth that is second to none in the industry

Our Team:

Western Michigan Comprehensive Treatment Center (CTC), located in Grandville, Michigan 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.

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:

• Master’s degree in social or health services fieldrequired;
• 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.

Required Licenses/Certifications:

• MCBAP certification or eligible to apply for a MCBAP Development Plan (applies to CADC/CAAADC)
• Attained CADC-DP, CADC, CAADC-DP, CAADC
• Attained LLBSW, LBSW, LLMSW, LMSW, LLMFT, LMFT TLLP, LLP, LP, LLC, or LC

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.

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