Substance Use Counselor (SACOT/SAIOP) - QP/CADC

Noble Hearts HR Consulting Inc.; Wilson (NC); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Employee Discount

Professional Development Assistance

Job summary

Dixon Social Interactive Services, Inc. seeks a compassionate Substance Abuse Counselor to provide clinical services within SACOT/SAIOP programs in Wilson, NC.

The role emphasizes individual and group counseling, case management, treatment planning, assessments, and crisis intervention under supervision of an LCAS or CCS. The ideal candidate holds NC Medicaid QP or CADC credentials and has experience delivering services to adults in intensive outpatient settings; in-person work includes 24/7

Qualifications

• Must meet NC Medicaid Qualified Professional (QP) criteria or applicable CADC requirements.
• Credentialed by, or registered at minimum with, the NC Addiction Specialist Professional Practice Board.
• Strong understanding of substance use disorder treatment and recovery principles.
• Ability to maintain accurate and compliant clinical records.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement PCPs for assigned clients.
• Provide individual, group, and family counseling services.
• Facilitate daily group counseling sessions in line with SACOT/SAIOP requirements.
• Conduct ongoing assessments and reassessments of client needs.
• Provide case management, service coordination, and community referrals/linkages.
• Coordinate biochemical screenings, including urine drug screens, as required.
• Provide crisis intervention, emotional support, and appropriate safety interventions.
• Maintain Medicaid-compliant clinical documentation.
• Complete service notes reflecting services and treatment goals.
• Ensure documentation and service delivery comply with Medicaid, SACOT/SAIOP, and regulations.
• Participate in weekly staffing, clinical supervision, and interdisciplinary collaboration.
• Participate in 24/7/365 crisis response when required.
• Demonstrate respect for client rights, confidentiality, and diversity.
• Maintain professional boundaries and adhere to ethical standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Clinical documentation

Counseling

Crisis intervention

Assessment and treatment planning

Case management

Communication skills

Multidisciplinary teamwork

English literacy

Education

NC Medicaid Qualified Professional (QP)

CADC certification

Master's degree in human services

Bachelor's degree in human services

Bachelor's degree in non-human service field

Job description

Dixon Social Interactive Services, Inc. seeks a compassionate Substance Abuse Counselor to provide clinical services within SACOT/SAIOP programs in Wilson, NC.

The role emphasizes individual and group counseling, case management, treatment planning, assessments, and crisis intervention under supervision of an LCAS or CCS. The ideal candidate holds NC Medicaid QP or CADC credentials and has experience delivering services to adults in intensive outpatient settings; in-person work includes 24/7