CADC - Wilson, NC

Noble Hearts HR Consulting•Wilson, NC

14d•$17 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

Dixon Social Interactive Services, Inc. (DSIS) is seeking a compassionate and qualified Substance Abuse Counselor to provide clinical services in its Substance Abuse Comprehensive Outpatient Treatment (SACOT) and Substance Abuse Intensive Outpatient Program (SAIOP). The position is based in Wilson, North Carolina, and is primarily in person, with community-based service and crisis-response responsibilities. The counselor provides services under the supervision of an LCAS or CCS and in accordance with North Carolina behavioral health and Medicaid requirements, including 10A NCAC 27G .0104 and .4400. The role includes individual, group, and family counseling; case management; service coordination; treatment planning; assessments; crisis intervention; and clinical documentation. The counselor participates in weekly staffing and supervision, interdisciplinary collaboration, and the organization's 24/7/365 crisis response system, including face-to-face response within two hours when required. Candidates must meet North Carolina Medicaid Qualified Professional (QP) criteria or applicable CADC requirements. The role is full-time, Monday through Friday, with 8- or 10-hour day shifts and an on-call rotation. Pay is $17–$24 per hour.

Requirements

Meet North Carolina Medicaid Qualified Professional (QP) criteria or applicable CADC requirements.
Be credentialed by, or registered at minimum with, the North Carolina Addiction Specialist Professional Practice Board, as applicable.
A QP may qualify through a current license, provisional license, certificate, registration, or permit issued by the governing board regulating a human service profession, except as otherwise permitted under applicable North Carolina regulations; or through one of the listed degree-and-experience pathways.
A QP pathway is a master's degree in a human service field and at least one year of full-time post-graduate MH/DD/SA experience.
A QP pathway is a bachelor's degree in a human service field and at least two years of full-time post-bachelor's MH/DD/SA experience.
A QP pathway is a bachelor's degree in a non-human service field and at least four years of full-time post-bachelor's MH/DD/SA experience.
Strong understanding of substance use disorder treatment and recovery principles.
Ability to maintain accurate and compliant clinical records.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Strong clinical documentation and organizational skills.
Ability to facilitate effective individual and group counseling sessions.
Strong assessment, treatment planning, and crisis intervention skills.
Ability to work collaboratively with clients, families, providers, and community partners.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and uphold client rights.
Ability to work independently while participating effectively in a multidisciplinary team.
Ability to read and write English and produce clear, accurate, and compliant clinical documentation.

Nice To Haves

At least two years of addiction or substance abuse counseling experience.
Previous SACOT, SAIOP, intensive outpatient, or similar behavioral health treatment experience.
Experience working with adults with substance use and co-occurring behavioral health needs.
Familiarity with North Carolina Medicaid documentation and behavioral health regulations.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement Person-Centered Plans (PCPs) for assigned clients.
Provide individual, group, and family counseling services.
Facilitate daily group counseling sessions in accordance with SACOT/SAIOP program requirements.
Conduct ongoing assessments and reassessments of client needs.
Provide case management, service coordination, and community referrals and linkages.
Coordinate biochemical screenings, including urine drug screens, as required.
Provide crisis intervention, emotional support, and appropriate safety interventions.
Maintain accurate, timely, and Medicaid-compliant clinical documentation.
Complete service notes that clearly reflect services provided and their alignment with client treatment goals.
Ensure documentation and service delivery comply with Medicaid, SACOT/SAIOP, regulatory, and organizational requirements.
Participate in weekly staffing meetings, clinical supervision, and interdisciplinary collaboration.
Participate in the organization's 24/7/365 crisis response system, including face-to-face response within two hours when required.
Demonstrate respect for client rights, confidentiality, diversity, and individual differences.
Maintain professional boundaries and adhere to ethical standards and organizational policies.
Perform other duties as assigned.