Licensed Counselor: Black Mountain and Asheville Location

Anuvia Prevention and Recovery Center, Inc.•Asheville, NC

51d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is employed by Anuvia Prevention & Recovery Center and provided on-site at Black Mountain Home for Children, Youth & Families through a clinical partnership between the two organizations. Anuvia is seeking a dedicated Licensed Counselor to provide individual, group, and family counseling for youth in residential care at the Home, addressing trauma, behavioral, and (where present) co-occurring substance use needs. You will be a core member of an interdisciplinary team committed to person-centered, recovery-oriented care. Black Mountain's 200+ acre campus supports garden and farm, equine, and ropes-course programming that can be woven into the Home's group therapy offerings alongside more traditional clinical groups. This is a full-time role offering meaningful, hands-on clinical work as part of a committed on-site team.

Requirements

Master's in Counseling, Clinical Social Work, or NCASPPB-approved field
Active licensure required
Valid NC or SC Driver's License
Minimum 2 years of counseling experience
Excellent verbal and written communication
Professional demeanor and strong work ethic
EHR proficiency
Knowledge of NC TOPPS, GPRA, and ASAM criteria

Nice To Haves

LCAS or LCAS-A (preferred)
LCMHC/LCMHC-A or LCSW/LCSW-A (preferred)
dual license is a strong plus
Experience working with children/youth in a residential or clinical setting preferred
Familiarity with trauma-informed modalities (e.g., Trauma-Focused CBT, play therapy, DBT skills, motivational interviewing) preferred
Comfort leading or co-facilitating group therapy for children and adolescents
SUD and co-occurring MH treatment experience a plus

Responsibilities

Provide individual counseling tailored to each child's age, history, and presenting need — e.g., trauma and attachment work (Trauma-Focused CBT, attachment-based approaches) at entry; emotional and behavioral regulation (CBT-based skills coaching, play therapy for younger children); identity, family, and peer issues (motivational interviewing, family-systems-informed work); and independent-living/discharge readiness for older youth (solution-focused therapy)
Lead or clinically co-facilitate age-appropriate therapeutic groups, including nature-based and experiential programming supported by the Home's campus — for example, equine-assisted, garden/farm-based, and low-ropes/team-challenge activities — alongside DBT skills, anger management, life-skills/discharge-planning, and art or music therapy for adolescents; art, music, movement, play-based social-skills, and animal-care groups for younger children — documenting each session's clinical goals, interventions, and client response
Provide family counseling, including family reunification and reintegration preparation, and facilitate family involvement in treatment
Conduct comprehensive clinical assessments, including psychosocial assessments; for clients with identified substance use needs, conduct ASAM multidimensional assessments and develop ASAM Level of Care recommendations as appropriate to licensure
For clients with identified substance use needs, monitor signs and symptoms of intoxication and withdrawal and coordinate appropriate interventions
Provide crisis intervention, post-incident processing, and safety planning, coordinating with the treatment team following any crisis or hospitalization
Develop, implement, and update individualized, person-centered treatment and service plans prior to or on the date of service
Monitor client progress through ongoing assessment and reassessment; revise treatment plans as clinically indicated
Manage full client caseload from admission through discharge, including transitions, family reunification, and aftercare/discharge planning
Participate in weekly treatment team meetings and case coordination with the Home's residential staff, school, DSS, and court contacts as needed
Coordinate linkage to medically necessary services including MAT, psychiatric medication management, psychological, medical, and community-based resources
Submit service authorizations and ensure continuity of care across providers and systems
Provide referrals and coordination for SUD treatment and recovery resources
Complete accurate, timely, and compliant documentation in the EHR per state, agency, and federal requirements
Complete required reporting, including incident reports per established guidelines, and NC TOPPS/GPRA reporting for clients receiving substance use treatment services
Participate in QA/QI activities including peer review and timely resolution of out-of-compliance items
Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings, case staffing, clinical supervision, and coordination with the Clinical Director, medical providers, and Black Mountain Home staff
Facilitate training and supervision for interns and/or trainees as assigned
Administer medications and conduct UDS screenings within scope of training and licensure
Adhere to professional standards, ethical guidelines, governing board requirements, and all applicable policies

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage with low monthly premiums — no waiting period.
Competitive PTO policy to support your work-life balance.
Short- and long-term disability provided by the company.
401(k) — 7% Employer Contribution: Employer contributes 7% after year one with immediate vesting.
Support for certifications, continuing education, and professional development courses.
Commuter benefits program to help offset transportation costs.
Confidential EAP support for you and your family.
Additional orthodontic coverage included in the benefits package.
Access to a marketplace with discounts across numerous vendors.
Extensive online training library and clear pathways for advancement.