Substance Use Disorder Counselor

Journey House Behavioral Health RVA; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Employee discounts

Health insurance

Paid time off

Dental insurance

Parental leave

Vision insurance

Job summary

Journey House Behavioral Health RVA in Virginia is hiring a part-time SUD Counselor responsible for implementing effective treatment services for clients in individual and group settings. Candidates should have a bachelor's or master's degree in a related field and current licensure as a substance abuse counselor. Skills in evidence-based practices such as cognitive-behavioral therapy and motivational interviewing are required. Join a multidisciplinary team focused on client-centered care.

Qualifications

• Experience working with individuals with substance use disorders in a treatment setting.
• Strong understanding of evidence-based practices.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Implement effective treatment services to clients in individual/group sessions.
• Provide on-site group PHP/IOP sessions and care coordination.
• Assist in developing individualized service plans.

Skills

Evidence-based practices

Interpersonal skills

Motivational interviewing

Cognitive-behavioral therapy

Trauma-informed care

Education

Bachelor's or master's degree in counseling, social work, psychology, or related field

Current licensure or certification as a substance abuse counselor

Job description

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Employee discounts
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Dental insurance
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

Journey House Behavioral Health RVA is hiring. Come join our growing team!

SUD COUNSELOR

We are currently seeking SUD Counselors (CSAC/CSAC-S). You will be responsible for implementing effective treatment services to clients in an individual/group setting.

*These roles are currently part-time with the opportunity for additional hours based on company needs.

This position will act as the primary direct clinical staff mainly providing on-site group PHP/IOP sessions, care coordination/progress notes, and participate in weekly treatment team meetings as well as administrative group supervisions 1‑2x per month. You may also be asked to assist in developing initial and comprehensive individualized service plans and provide individual treatment sessions to client.

Qualifications/Educational Requirements

• Bachelor's or master's degree in counseling, social work, psychology, or a related field.
• Current licensure or certification as a substance abuse counselor (e.g., CSAC/-S, LADC, LPC, LCSW) in accordance with DBHDS regulations is REQUIRED.
• Experience working with individuals with substance use disorders in a behavioral health or substance abuse treatment setting.
• Working knowledge of the ASAM criteria and its application to clinical assessments and treatment planning.
• Strong understanding of evidence‑based practices in substance abuse treatment, including but not limited to motivational interviewing, cognitive‑behavioral therapy, and trauma‑informed care.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team and engage clients in the treatment process.

Documentation Responsibilities

• Daily Progress Notes for group and individual sessions (experience required)
• ASAM Multidimensional Assessments and Re‑Assessments (not required for everyone; experience preferred)
• Initial / Comprehensive Individualized Services Plans (ISPs)
• Monthly Treatment Reports / ISP Revisions
• Discharge Summaries
• Safety Plans, Fall Risk Assessments/Plans, and Behavioral Supports Screenings

Job Type: Part‑time with opportunity to move to full‑time

Experience: SUD / addiction recovery field : 1 year (Required)

License/Certification: CSAC/CSAC‑Supervisee status (Required)

Ability to Relocate: Henrico, VA 23228: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In‑person