Substance Use Counselor

Comprehensive Treatment Centers; Presque Isle (ME); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; 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

CEUs (500+ accredited CEUs)

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Presque Isle Comprehensive Treatment Center, part of Acadia Healthcare, seeks a Substance Use Counselor for our Outpatient MAT program in Presque Isle, ME. The schedule includes early morning hours Monday through Friday with weekend availability as needed.

The role involves individual and group counseling, treatment planning, and crisis intervention to support recovery from opioid use disorder. Maine CADC or LADC is required; CCS also considered. Competitive benefits provided.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in social/health services preferred.
• Degree must be from an accredited college or university.
• Experience in addiction recovery or behavioral health settings.
• Familiarity with MAT (methadone, buprenorphine, naltrexone).
• Experience documenting clinical notes and treatment plans.
• Knowledge of CBT, MI, and relapse prevention techniques.
• Knowledge of state/federal guidelines (42 CFR Part 2, HIPAA, Joint Commission).

Responsibilities

• Provide high quality guidance in individual and group counseling.
• Plan, oversee, facilitate and document patient recovery.
• Co-facilitate group or family sessions as needed.
• Ensure all documentation regarding patient care, treatment, and incidents is completed timely and clear.
• Prepare individual treatment plans for each patient.
• Initial assessments and follow-up assessments.
• Evaluate patient needs and referrals to other programs as needed.
• May plan for aftercare for assigned patients.
• Provide crisis intervention as needed.
• Provide case management duties for patients, ensuring quality care.
• Act as a liaison between referral sources and patients.

Skills

Counseling

Group counseling

Crisis intervention

Documentation

Team collaboration

Education

HS diploma or GED

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

Accredited college/university

Job description

• Tuesday, 5:30 AM - 2:00 PM
• 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

Outpatient MAT Opioid Treatment Program
Seeking: Sub stance Use Counselor

• Maine CADC or LADC is required
• CCS also considered

Full Time Hours

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

Our Team
Presque Isle Comprehensive Treatment Center (CTC), located in Presque Isle, Maine, 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
Required Education, Skills, And Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED equivalent;
• Prefer Bachelor’s or Master\'s degree in social or health services field;
• 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.

Licenses/Certifications:

• Maine CADC or LADC is required.

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.AHCTC