Substance Use Counselor

Acadia Healthcare; Mooresville (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Semi-Annual Bonus

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)

Paid vacation

Paid sick time

Clinical supervision (free)

Free CEUs

EAP

Early morning hours

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Mooresville Comprehensive Treatment Center (CTC) in Mooresville, NC, part of Acadia Healthcare, seeks a Substance Use Counselor to support opioid use disorder treatment in an outpatient MAT program. The role involves individual and group counseling, documenting progress, and coordinating care.

Licenses required include LCAS-A, LCAS, LCSW-A/LCSW/LCMHC-A/LCMHC; a HS diploma is required with preferred BA/MA in social or health services.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in social or health services field preferred.
• Degree from an accredited college with practicum to be licensed.
• Experience in addiction recovery or behavioral health settings.
• Familiarity with MAT (methadone, buprenorphine, naltrexone).
• Experience conducting individual and group counseling.
• Knowledge of CBT, MI, relapse prevention.
• Documentation experience per guidelines.
• Familiarity with state regulatory standards (42 CFR Part 2, HIPAA, Joint Commission).
• Experience collaborating with medical staff, case managers, peer supports.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group counseling with compassion.
• Plan, oversee, facilitate, and document patient recovery.
• Co-facilitate group or family sessions as needed.
• Ensure timely and clear documentation of care and incidents.
• Prepare individual treatment plans.
• Conduct initial and follow-up assessments.
• Evaluate patient needs and referrals to other programs.
• Plan for aftercare when needed.
• Provide crisis intervention as needed.
• Perform case management to ensure quality care.
• Liaise between referral sources and patients.

Skills

Counseling experience

MAT familiarity

Team collaboration

Documentation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor's or Master's preferred

Job description

Overview

Outpatient MAT Opioid Treatment Program (OTP)

Seeking:Substance Use Counselor

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

Full-Time Hours:

• Monday - Friday 5 AM - 1:30 PM
• Rotating Saturdays 6 AM - 8 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:

Mooresville Comprehensive Treatment Center (CTC), located in Mooresville, 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 eligibilty here: 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

• LCAS-A, LCAS, LCSW-A, LCSW, LCMHC-A, or LCMHC
• License or Certification is required to apply.

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