Substance Use Professional

Empowerment Quality Care Services; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage stipend

Professional development

Collaborative work environment

Competitive salary

Job summary

Empowerment Quality Care Services is seeking a qualified Substance Use Professional LCAS(A) or CDAC to join our Community Support Team. The role involves direct counseling, psychoeducation, and supporting the CST in serving individuals with mental health and substance use challenges.

Responsibilities include developing treatment plans, clinical documentation, and crisis intervention as needed. Travel within the community and client homes is required; evening/weekend availability may be necessary.

Qualifications

• Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist required or higher licensure (LCAS/LCAS-A)
• CDAC licensure acceptable
• Experience in community-based or clinical substance use treatment

Responsibilities

• Deliver direct substance use counseling and psychoeducation.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team for integrated care.
• Document interactions per standards and guidelines.
• Participate in treatment planning and staff meetings.
• Assist with crisis intervention.
• Maintain confidentiality per regulations.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

LCAS/LCAS-A

CDAC

Job description

Reports To: Community Support Team Lead

Overview:
Empowerment Quality Care Services (EQCS) seeks a qualified and compassionate Substance Use Professional LCAS(A) or CDAC to join our Community Support Team (CST). The Substance Use Professional will provide direct substance use counseling, psychoeducation, and assisting the CST Team for individuals experiencing significant mental health and substance use challenges.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive substance use treatment and psychoeducation to evaluate individuals' treatment needs.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on evidence-based practices.
• Provide direct therapeutic counseling focused on substance use recovery.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary CST members to coordinate integrated care and community-based support.
• Document all interactions accurately and timely according to clinical documentation standards and regulatory guidelines.
• Actively participate in treatment planning meetings, staff meetings, and professional development activities.
• Assist the team with crisis intervention.
• Maintain compliance with state, federal, and agency-specific guidelines regarding confidentiality and ethical standards.

Qualifications:

• Required licensure/certification: Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist (LCAS) or Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist Associate (LCAS-A), CDAC
• Experience providing substance use treatment in community-based or clinical settings.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively within an interdisciplinary team environment.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation for community-based service delivery.

Working Conditions:

• The role involves regular travel within the community and client homes.
• May require evening or weekend availability based on client needs and crisis response.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Mileage Stipend depending on hour production
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Supportive, collaborative work environment

Empowerment Quality Care Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees