Substance Use Counselor

Acadia • Beaver, WV

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Substance Use Counselor works in an outpatient medication-assisted treatment (MAT) opioid treatment program at Beckley Comprehensive Treatment Center in Beaver, West Virginia. The counselor supports patients’ treatment and recovery from opioid use disorder by providing compassionate care through individual and group counseling. The role includes planning and documenting recovery services, assessing patient needs, coordinating referrals and aftercare, and providing case management and crisis intervention as needed. The position is full-time, with hours Monday through Friday from 5:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and occasional Saturdays from 5:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m.

Beckley CTC is part of Acadia Healthcare’s Comprehensive Treatment Centers. The organization describes its mission as providing full-circle care combining therapies with safe and effective medications. Eligible positions may qualify for student loan forgiveness through HRSA, depending on clinic-site eligibility.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in a social or health services field from an accredited college or university.
• Previous experience in addiction recovery or behavioral health settings, such as outpatient, residential, or correctional facilities.
• Familiarity with medication-assisted treatment (MAT), including methadone, buprenorphine, and naltrexone.
• Experience conducting individual and group counseling sessions focused on substance use recovery.
• Knowledge of evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and relapse prevention techniques.
• Experience maintaining clinical notes, treatment plans, and progress updates in accordance with state and federal guidelines.
• Familiarity with state regulatory standards, including 42 CFR Part 2, HIPAA, and Joint Commission standards.
• Experience collaborating with a multidisciplinary team that includes medical staff, case managers, and peer support specialists.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate guidance in individual and group counseling sessions.
• Plan, oversee, facilitate, and document patients’ recovery.
• Co-facilitate assigned group or family sessions as needed.
• Complete documentation regarding patient care, treatment, and incidents in a timely, clear, and concise manner.
• Prepare individual treatment plans for assigned patients.
• Conduct initial and follow-up assessments.
• Evaluate patient needs and determine whether referrals to other programs or facilities are needed.
• Plan aftercare for assigned patients as appropriate.
• Provide crisis intervention to patients as needed.
• Provide case management to ensure individualized, quality care as needed.
• Act as a liaison between referral sources and patients as needed.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Competitive 401(k) plan.
• Paid vacation and sick time.
• Employer-paid clinical supervision at no cost to employees.
• Free, unlimited access to more than 500 accredited Continuing Education Units (CEUs).
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering continued support for employee lifestyle and well-being.
• Early morning hours described as offering work/life balance.
• Opportunity for career growth.
• Eligible positions may qualify for student loan forgiveness through HRSA, depending on clinic-site eligibility.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level