Substance Use Counselor

Acadia Healthcare; Hamlet (NC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) plan

Paid vacation

Sick time

Clinical supervision

CEU access

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Hamlet Comprehensive Treatment Center in Hamlet, NC, part of Acadia Healthcare, seeks a Substance Use Counselor for its Outpatient MAT Opioid Treatment Program. The counselor delivers individual and group counseling and supports recovery through documented care, plans and crisis intervention as needed.

The role requires CADC-I, CADC, LCAS-A, LCAS, LCSW-A, LCSW, LCMHC-A, or LCMHC credentials; a high school diploma or GED; and experience in addiction recovery or behavioral health settings.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor's or Master’s in social or health services preferred.
• Practicum in accredited program for licensure.
• Experience in addiction recovery or behavioral health settings.
• Familiarity with MAT (methadone, buprenorphine, naltrexone).
• Experience with CBT, MI, relapse prevention.
• Documentation of clinical notes and treatment plans.
• Knowledge of state/federal regulations (42 CFR Part 2, HIPAA).

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality individual and group counseling.
• Plan, oversee, facilitate and document recovery.
• Co-facilitate group or family sessions as needed.
• Ensure timely, clear patient-care documentation.
• Prepare individualized treatment plans.
• Conduct initial and follow-up assessments.
• Refer to other programs when needed.
• Provide crisis intervention and case management.
• Act as liaison between referrals and patients.

Skills

Counseling

Group Counseling

Documentation

Crisis Intervention

Multidisciplinary Teamwork

MAT Familiarity

Education

High School Diploma or GED

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

Practicum/licensure

Job description

Overview

Outpatient MAT Opioid Treatment Program

Seeking: Substance Use Counselor

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

Full-Time Schedule:

• Monday - Friday 4:45 AM - 1:15 PM
• Rotating Saturdays 5 AM - 7 AM

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:

Hamlet Comprehensive Treatment Center (CTC), located in Hamlet, 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 eligibilityhere: HRSA Eligibility

Qualifications

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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