Counselor

Mcleod Centers for Wellbeing • Charlotte, NC

7h • Hybrid

About The Position

At McLeod Centers for Wellbeing, our mission is to build a foundation of healing and hope based on equity, education, and evidence-based practice for all communities. A nonprofit founded in 1969 in Charlotte, North Carolina, we have since grown to be one of the largest providers of comprehensive substance use disorder treatment in western North Carolina. From initial assessment to customized aftercare, McLeod Centers provides compassionate, steadfast support for our patients’ journey to recovery. We are looking for passionate people to join our team!

McLeod Centers for Wellbeing is currently seeking a Full-Time Counselor to join our Residential team in Charlotte, NC.

How will you help us achieve our mission? You will:

Provide evidence-based assessment, counseling, and education services to individuals experiencing mental health and substance use disorders within your scope of certification or licensure.

Collaborate with clients to develop individualized treatment and discharge plans that promote sustainable recovery.

Monitor and evaluate client progress, adapting treatment approaches and recommending appropriate levels of care when needed.

Maintain accurate, timely documentation in the electronic health record system.

Present and staff cases with the multidisciplinary treatment team as appropriate.

Provide education and support to family members to strengthen recovery outcomes.

Coordinate referrals and collaborate with internal and external support services to ensure comprehensive care.

Assist with documentation required for treatment authorizations.

Participate in required clinical supervision and ongoing professional development.

Adhere to all agency, state, and federal regulations, policies, and ethical guidelines.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Counseling, Addiction Studies, or a related discipline (requirements vary based on licensure or certification).
• Valid North Carolina license or associate status as one of the following: LCAS, LCMHC, LMFT, or LCSW OR
• Valid CADC certification or Intern status recognized by NCASPPB (or a reciprocal state).
• Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage complex or emotionally sensitive situations with professionalism and sound judgment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, SharePoint, OneDrive, Teams, etc.)

Responsibilities

• Provide evidence-based assessment, counseling, and education services to individuals experiencing mental health and substance use disorders within your scope of certification or licensure.
• Collaborate with clients to develop individualized treatment and discharge plans that promote sustainable recovery.
• Monitor and evaluate client progress, adapting treatment approaches and recommending appropriate levels of care when needed.
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation in the electronic health record system.
• Present and staff cases with the multidisciplinary treatment team as appropriate.
• Provide education and support to family members to strengthen recovery outcomes.
• Coordinate referrals and collaborate with internal and external support services to ensure comprehensive care.
• Assist with documentation required for treatment authorizations.
• Participate in required clinical supervision and ongoing professional development.
• Adhere to all agency, state, and federal regulations, policies, and ethical guidelines.

Benefits

• Generous Leave Policies: Enjoy paid time off, bereavement leave, and parent-child educational leave.
• Holiday Benefits: Receive 9 paid observed holidays, 1 floating holiday, and a paid day off during your birthday month.
• Student Loan Forgiveness: As an employee of a nonprofit organization, you may qualify for Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).
• Continuous Growth Opportunities: Access ongoing professional development support and free continuing education opportunities across multiple disciplines. We also provide high-quality clinical supervision for professionals seeking CADC and LCAS licensure.
• SUD Professional Licensure Support: McLeod Centers covers initial CADC certification or LCAS licensure costs, including application fees, background checks, exam fees, and supervision requirements.
• Additional Incentives: Bilingual applicants receive an additional 5% pay differential (subject to verification of language proficiency). Hybrid work flexibility is available based on role requirements.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level