Substance Abuse Counselor (ACTT)
About The Position
Pyramid Healthcare is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Substance Abuse Counselor to join our Assertive Community Treatment Team (ACTT) in Charlotte, NC. Our ACTT program delivers intensive, community-based behavioral health services to individuals living with serious and persistent mental illness (SPMI) and co-occurring substance use disorders. Rather than waiting for clients to come to us, our multidisciplinary team meets individuals where they are—in their homes, shelters, workplaces, and throughout the community—to provide personalized, recovery-focused care that promotes stability, independence, and long-term success. If you're passionate about helping individuals overcome substance use challenges while working alongside a collaborative team of behavioral health professionals, we'd love to hear from you.
Requirements
- LCAS, LCAS-A, or CADC certification (or ability to obtain required credential within 90 days of hire)
- Qualified Professional (QP) status according to 10A NCAC 27G.0104
- Valid North Carolina driver's license with an acceptable driving record
- Ability to work independently in a community-based setting while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team
- Strong documentation, communication, and organizational skills
Responsibilities
- Provide substance use assessments, counseling, and recovery support in community settings
- Deliver individual, family, and group counseling focused on co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders
- Develop individualized treatment plans and recovery goals
- Complete clinical documentation, treatment plans, NCTOPPS, LOCAs, discharge planning, and required authorizations within established timeframes
- Coordinate care with psychiatrists, nurses, therapists, peer support specialists, families, and community providers
- Assist clients with relapse prevention, harm reduction, and recovery planning
- Provide crisis intervention and participate in the ACTT on-call rotation (weekday and rotating weekends)
- Participate in interdisciplinary treatment team meetings and case consultations
- Travel throughout the Charlotte area to meet clients in homes and community settings
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Life Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Recognition Programs
- Referral Bonus opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
