Substance Use Counselor

Comprehensive Treatment Centers; Lebanon (Lebanon County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Semi-Annual Bonus

Health Insurance

401(k)

Paid vacation and sick time

Clinical supervision

CEUs access

EAP

Early morning hours

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Lebanon Comprehensive Treatment Center (CTC) is part of Acadia Healthcare’s network and provides compassionate, high-quality counseling for patients seeking recovery from Opioid Use Disorder. We seek a dedicated Substance Use Counselor to join our team in Lebanon, PA, supporting both individual and group counseling within a MAT program.

As a valued team member, you will have access to comprehensive benefits, professional development, and structured supervision while contributing to a

Qualifications

• Associate degree with 2 years of clinical experience, or
• Bachelor's degree with 1 year of clinical experience, or
• Master's degree with practicum in health/human services; must be from an accredited college.

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 documentation regarding patient care, treatment, and incidents is timely and clear.
• Prepare individual treatment plans for each assigned patient.
• Conduct initial and follow-up assessments.
• Evaluate patient needs and determine referrals as needed.
• May plan for aftercare for assigned patients.
• Provide crisis intervention to patients as needed.
• Provide case management duties and liaise with referral sources as needed.

Skills

Group counseling

Individual counseling

Documentation

Crisis intervention

Case management

Referral coordination

Education

Associate degree in social or health services

Bachelor's degree in social or health services

Master's degree in social or health services

Job description

• 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

Outpatient MAT Opioid Treatment Program

Seeking:

Substance Use Counselor

Full-Time Hours

Monday- Friday, 5:00 AM - 1:30 PM
Alternating Saturdays 5:00 AM - 9:00 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
• Opportunity for growth that is second to none in the industry

Our Team

Lebanon Comprehensive Treatment Center (CTC), located in Lebanon, PA, 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

• Associate's degree in social or health services field with 2 years of clinical experience in a health or human service agency; or
• Bachelor's degree in social or health services field with 1 year of clinical experience in a health or human service agency; or
• Master's degree in social or health services field with a practicum in a health or human service agency;
• Degree must be from an accredited college or university.

Preferred Skills And Qualifications

• 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: AAC, CAAC, CADC, CAADC, CS, CCS, 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.

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