Substance Use Counselor

Comprehensive Treatment Centers; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 42,000 - 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 (無料

Free and unlimited CEUs

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Early morning hours for work-life-bala

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Comprehensive Treatment Centers in Las Vegas, NV seeks a Substance Use Counselor for our Outpatient MAT program. You will provide compassionate individual and group counseling to patients with opioid use disorder and document progress and treatment plans.

The role emphasizes MAT familiarity, evidence-based counseling practices, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to support recovery and aftercare planning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in social or health services field from an accredited college or university.
• Previous experience in addiction recovery or behavioral health settings (outpatient, residential, or correctional).
• 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 (CBT, MI) and relapse prevention techniques.
• Documentation experience, including clinical notes, treatment plans, and progress updates per state/federal guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Provide high quality, compassionate guidance in individual and group counseling sessions.
• Plan, oversee, facilitate and document patient recovery.
• Co-facilitate assigned group or family sessions as needed.
• Ensure all documentation regarding patient care, treatment, and incidents is timely and clear.
• Prepare individual treatment plans for each patient.
• Conduct initial and follow-up assessments.
• Evaluate patient needs and determine referrals as needed.
• Plan for aftercare for assigned patients.
• Provide crisis intervention as needed.
• Perform case management duties to ensure individualized care.
• Act as liaison between referral sources and patients as needed.

Skills

Counseling

MAT familiarity

CBT

MI

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in social or health services

Master’s degree in social or health services

Job description

• CADC, CADC-I, CADC-S, LADC, LADC-S, LCPC, LPC, LCSW, or LMFT

Outpatient MAT Opioid Treatment Program

Seeking: Substance Use Counselor

• CADC, CADC-I, CADC-S, LADC, LADC-S, LCPC, LPC, LCSW, or LMFT

Full Time Hours

• Monday - Friday, 5:00 AM - 1:00 PM
• 36 hours per week

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

Las Vegas Comprehensive Treatment Center (CTC), located in Las Vegas, NV, 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

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

Required Licenses/Certifications

• CADC, CADC-I, CADC-S, LADC, or LADC-S is required
• Also considering LCPC, LPC, LCSW, or LMFT

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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