Substance Use Counselor

Acadia Healthcare; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; 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

Free CEUs (500+ hours)

Employee Assistance Program

Early morning hours

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Fashion Valley Comprehensive Treatment Center (CTC) in San Diego, CA, part of Acadia Healthcare, is seeking a Substance Use Counselor for MAT-based outpatient care. You will provide individual and group counseling, develop treatment plans, document care, and coordinate with a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities include crisis intervention, aftercare planning, and timely documentation. Competitive benefits and growth opportunities within a leading national MAT network.

Qualifications

• HS graduate or equivalent required.
• Prefer Bachelor's or Master’s degree in social or health services.
• Registration/Certification from California-approved Counselor Organization (CAADE, CADTP or CCAPP).
• AOD Registration is required; AOD Certification preferred.
• Experience in addiction recovery or behavioral health settings.
• Familiarity with MAT, CBT, MI, relapse prevention.
• Documentation of notes, treatment plans, progress per guidelines.
• Knowledge of state/federal regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Counseling

Group counseling

Documentation

Case management

Crisis intervention

Education

HS graduate

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

Tools

CBT

MI

Relapse prevention

Job description

Overview

Outpatient MAT Opioid Treatment Program

Seeking:Substance Use Counselor

Requirements:

• AOD Registration is required.
• AOD Certification is preferred.
• Registration/Certification must be obtained from a California-approved Counselor Certification Organization (CAADE, CADTP or CCAPP).

Full Time Hours: Monday-Friday 5:30a-2:00p

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:

Fashion Valley Comprehensive Treatment Center (CTC), located in San Diego, CA, 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.

Compensation for roles at Fashion Valley CTC varies depending on a wide array of factors including but not limited to the specific location, role, skill set, and level of experience.As required by local law, Fashion ValleyCTC provides a reasonable hourly range of compensation for roles that may be hired in California as set forth below.Role Location: California

Calculated Salary Range for role: $29.00 - $38.00 per hour.

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:

• HS graduate or equivalent required;
• 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.

Required Licenses/Certifications:

• AOD Registration is required.
• AOD Certification is preferred.
• Registration/Certification must be obtained from a California-approved Counselor Certification Organization (CAADE, CADTP or CCAPP).

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