SUD Counselor / IOP Facilitator

Citizensbehavioralhealth; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision benefits

Paid Time Off

Professional Development Support

Job summary

Citizens Behavioral Health seeks a dedicated SUD Counselor / IOP Facilitator to support adults navigating substance use and co-occurring mental health challenges in Raleigh, NC. The role involves individual and group counseling within our Intensive Outpatient Program and collaboration with a treatment team.

The position emphasizes evidence-based approaches, crisis support, and recovery-focused care, with opportunities for professional growth and continued education.

Qualifications

• Master's degree is required and licensure is expected or eligible for supervision in North Carolina.
• Experience in substance use treatment, behavioral health, or outpatient counseling settings is required.
• Experience facilitating therapeutic groups and knowledge of addiction recovery principles are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group counseling services for adults with substance use and co-occurring mental health challenges.
• Facilitate recovery-focused groups covering relapse prevention, coping skills, and emotional regulation.
• Conduct assessments, treatment planning, and ongoing recovery support.
• Assist with discharge planning and continuity of care across providers.

Skills

Group facilitation

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Client-centered care

Education

Master's degree in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or related field

Job description

Citizens Behavioral Health provides evidence-based behavioral health and substance use treatment services through our Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP). Our mission is to help individuals build healthy, sustainable recovery through compassionate care, clinical excellence, and community support.

We are seeking a dedicated SUD Counselor / IOP Facilitator to support adults navigating substance use and co-occurring mental health challenges. This role offers the opportunity to guide individuals through recovery, facilitate therapeutic groups, and make a lasting impact in the lives of those seeking positive change.

Position Summary

The SUD Counselor / IOP Facilitator provides direct substance use treatment services within our Intensive Outpatient Program. This position combines individual counseling, group facilitation, recovery support, and treatment planning to help clients achieve meaningful recovery goals and long-term success.

Key Responsibilities

Substance Use Treatment & Counseling

• Provide individual and group counseling services for adults experiencing substance use and co-occurring behavioral health challenges.
• Facilitate recovery-focused groups covering relapse prevention, coping skills, emotional regulation, wellness, and personal growth.
• Conduct assessments, treatment planning, and ongoing recovery support.
• Support clients in developing healthy coping strategies and long-term recovery plans.
• Provide crisis intervention and support during periods of increased risk or instability.

Group Facilitation & Recovery Education

• Lead structured therapeutic and educational groups.
• Utilize evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), relapse prevention strategies, and trauma-informed care.
• Promote engagement, accountability, and peer support within group settings.
• Encourage positive lifestyle changes and recovery-oriented decision-making.

Recovery Support & Care Coordination

• Collaborate with clients, families, and support systems to strengthen recovery efforts.
• Coordinate care with treatment providers, community resources, and recovery support services.
• Assist with discharge planning and ongoing recovery support recommendations.
• Support continuity of care and community reintegration efforts.

Documentation & Compliance

• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation.
• Complete treatment plans, progress notes, assessments, and discharge summaries.
• Support quality assurance and documentation review processes.
• Ensure compliance with confidentiality, ethical, and organizational standards.
• Participate in treatment team meetings and case consultations.
• Work closely with therapists, case managers, behavioral health staff, and leadership.
• Support a collaborative and recovery-focused treatment environment.
• Contribute to ongoing program improvement initiatives.

Required Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or a related behavioral health field.
• Active professional licensure in North Carolina or eligibility for supervised licensure.
• Experience working in substance use treatment, behavioral health, or outpatient counseling settings.
• Experience facilitating therapeutic groups.
• Knowledge of addiction recovery principles, relapse prevention, and evidence-based treatment approaches.
• Strong communication, counseling, and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to client-centered and recovery-oriented care.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP), outpatient treatment, or recovery-focused services.
• Experience treating co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders.
• Experience with recovery support programs and community resources.
• Knowledge of trauma-informed care and motivational interviewing techniques.
• Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.
• Health, Dental, and Vision Benefits
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Continuing Education and Professional Development Support
• Professional License Renewal Assistance
• Clinical Supervision Opportunities
• Career Growth and Advancement Opportunities

Work Schedule

• Monday - Friday

This role offers the opportunity to walk alongside individuals during some of the most important moments of their recovery journey. As a SUD Counselor / IOP Facilitator, you will help clients build resilience, develop healthy coping strategies, and achieve lasting recovery while working within a supportive and mission-driven treatment team.

Citizens Behavioral Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds, including professionals with substance use treatment experience, recovery support experience, and lived recovery experience.