Substance Abuse Counselor – CADC / LCAS
About The Position
Amethyst is seeking a Substance Abuse Counselor to support adults and adolescents in its Substance Abuse Intensive Outpatient Programs (SAIOP). The counselor provides evidence-based care in structured, supportive environments that help clients rebuild their lives while maintaining connections to family, school, and community. The role includes group and individual counseling, client and family engagement, assessments, treatment planning, progress tracking, referrals, and accurate electronic health record documentation. The counselor collaborates with therapists, psychiatric providers, case managers, and community partners and contributes to staff training, team meetings, and supervision. The position is full-time, requires in-person group facilitation at Amethyst locations, and offers some flexibility for evening programming.
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 treatment for substance use disorders.
- Strong communication skills and ability to connect with both adults and adolescents.
- Organized, dependable, and committed to ethical, high-quality care.
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree.
Responsibilities
- Lead therapeutic group sessions for adults and adolescents participating in SAIOP.
- Provide individual counseling and engage families in the treatment process when appropriate.
- Complete initial assessments and develop treatment plans tailored to each client’s needs and goals.
- Track client progress, update treatment goals, and make referrals when additional services are needed.
- Document all 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 to support professional growth and best practices.
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
