Substance Abuse Counselor – CADC / LCAS
About The Position
Amethyst is seeking a Substance Abuse Counselor to provide evidence-based care in its Adult and Adolescent Substance Abuse Intensive Outpatient Programs (SAIOP). The counselor will help clients rebuild their lives while remaining connected to family, school, and community, and support individuals and families in finding hope and stability. The role is full-time, includes some flexibility for evening programming, and requires in-person group facilitation at Amethyst locations. The counselor works collaboratively with therapists, psychiatric providers, case managers, and community partners. The position also contributes to staff training, team meetings, and supervision. Amethyst describes its team culture as collaborative, compassionate, and innovative in behavioral health care.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in a human services field.
- Current North Carolina CADC, LCAS-A, or Qualified Professional credential.
- Prior experience facilitating groups or providing substance use disorder treatment.
- Strong communication skills and ability to connect with adults and adolescents.
- Organized and dependable, with a commitment to ethical, high-quality care.
- Ability to facilitate groups in person at Amethyst locations.
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree.
Responsibilities
- Lead therapeutic group sessions for adults and adolescents in SAIOP.
- Provide individual counseling and involve families in treatment when appropriate.
- Complete initial assessments and develop treatment plans tailored to clients’ needs and goals.
- Track client progress, update treatment goals, and make referrals when additional services are needed.
- Document services promptly and accurately in the electronic health record.
- Collaborate with therapists, psychiatric providers, case managers, and community partners.
- Help clients and families understand substance use, relapse prevention, and community recovery resources.
- Contribute to staff trainings, team meetings, and supervision.
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical coverage
- Dental coverage
- Vision coverage
- Life insurance
- Disability insurance
- 401(k) plan
- Personal time off (PTO)
- Paid birthday
- Paid approved trainings and ongoing development
- Discretionary bonuses
- Travel and mileage reimbursement in line with company policies
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Job Type
Full-time
