Substance Use Disorder Counselor - Fully Remote in MA

Comprehensive Treatment Centers; Massachusetts; Remote; USD 47,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mental health care provider is hiring a fully remote Substance Use Counselor based in Massachusetts. This critical role focuses on providing compassionate care to patients recovering from opioid use disorder through both individual and group sessions. Candidates must have a Master's degree or relevant certifications and meet specific productivity standards. The position offers a full-time schedule with various benefits, including medical insurance and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Semi-Annual Bonus Program

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid vacation and sick time

Employer-paid clinical supervision

Free Continuing Education Units (CEUs)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Early morning hours for work/life balance

Growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Master's degree in social or health services required.
• Experience in addiction recovery and/or MAT environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group counseling sessions.
• Document patient care and treatment plans.
• Conduct initial assessments and evaluate patient needs.

Skills

Counseling

Compassion

Documentation

Case Management

Education

Master's degree in social or health services

CAC, CAS, CADC, CRC, LADC, LICSW, LCSW, LMHC, LMFT

Job description

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Licensed Substance Use Disorder Counselor - Fully Remote (Massachusetts & Rhode Island)

Requirements: Master's Degree or one of the following: CAC, CAS, CADC, CRC, LADC, LICSW, LCSW, LMHC, LMFT, LPC

Full Time Hours: Monday - Friday, 5:30 AM - 2 PM, either on-site or fully remote via telehealth

Remote options are available for qualified candidates with extensive clinical experience and must consistently meet productivity standards. All remote hires are required to complete the initial onsite training period at any CTC clinic location before the fully remote schedule goes into effect.

• Boston, MA
• Brockton, MA
• Fall River, MA
• Fitchburg, MA
• Lawrence, MA
• Lowell, MA
• Lynn, MA
• New Bedford, MA
• East Wareham, MA
• Taunton, MA
• Yarmouth, MA
• Springfield, MA
• Providence, RI
• Woonsocket, RI
  
  

Our Team

Acadia Healthcare's Comprehensive Treatment Centers (CTC) division operates 14 outpatient opioid treatment program (OTPs) across Massachusetts and Rhode Island as the leading provider of medication-assisted treatment (MAT) in the nation. Our counseling team provides compassionate, high-quality counseling and therapy to patients that are seeking recovery from Opioid Use Disorder while abiding by our mission of providing full-circle care that includes a blend of therapies and the use of safe and effective medications.

Your Job As a Substance Use Disorder Counselor

The Substance Use Disorder Counselor is instrumental in our patient’s treatment and recovery from opioid use disorder. Substance Use Disorder Counselors provide high quality, compassionate care through various mediums which include both individual and group counseling sessions.

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
  
  

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

• Master's degree in social or health services field is required
• Degree must be from an accredited college or university. I
• Prior experience and knowledge in an addiction recovery and/or MAT (medication-assisted treatment) environment.
  
  

Licenses/Certifications

• If the candidate is not currently in possession of a Master’s degree, one of the following is required:
• CAC, CAS, CADC, CRC, LADC, LICSW, LCSW, LMHC, LMFT
  

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

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

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• Industries

  Mental Health Care

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