Substance Use Counselor - Level 5
About The Position
Lowell Comprehensive Treatment Center (CTC) is seeking a Substance Use Disorder Counselor for its outpatient Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) Opioid Treatment Program (OTP). The counselor guides patients through treatment and supports recovery from Opioid Use Disorder. The role emphasizes community engagement and mobile outreach in collaboration with hospitals, emergency departments, and health centers, as well as partnership with local providers and government officials. The position is full time, 36–40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, from 6 AM to 2 PM. Candidates should be willing to accommodate hours as needed or as programs expand. A hybrid or remote option is available to qualified candidates who consistently meet productivity standards; they must first complete on-site initial training and orientation and demonstrate consistent outcomes and sound judgment. Compensation for the Massachusetts role is listed as $31.00–$38.00 per hour. The employer provides clinical supervision and access to continuing education, along with other benefits. Eligible positions may qualify for student loan forgiveness through HRSA, depending on clinic-site eligibility.
Requirements
- Master's degree in a behavioral health field from an accredited college or university.
- Valid Massachusetts independent licensure as one or more of the following: LADCI, LICSW, LCSW, LMHC, or LMFT.
- A minimum of 4 to 6 years of experience in a counseling role; supervised post-Master's counseling practicums completed through accredited educational institutions may count toward part of the required experience.
- Proficiency in the 12 Core Functions of the Counselor across one or more levels of care, such as outpatient, IOP, PHP, psychiatric mobile or crisis response services, ACT teams, clinical utilization review, or multidisciplinary inpatient/residential treatment settings.
- Strong clinical assessment skills and a solid understanding of MAT and harm reduction principles.
- Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
- Strong foundation in counseling theories, particularly Person-Centered, and evidence-based practices; ability to apply these in individualized treatment plans.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, multitasking environment and manage competing priorities.
- Professional appearance and conduct, and an evidence-based, compassionate, respectful, nonjudgmental, and recovery-oriented approach to people with substance use and co-occurring disorders.
Nice To Haves
- Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish; strongly preferred but not required.
Responsibilities
- Conduct mobile outreach in collaboration with hospitals, emergency departments, and health centers.
- Partner with local providers and government officials.
- Lead individual and group counseling sessions with compassion and professionalism.
- Design, manage, and document treatment plans tailored to patient needs.
- Facilitate group or family therapy sessions as required.
- Maintain thorough, clear, and timely documentation of patient care, progress, and incidents.
- Conduct initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Determine whether referrals to additional programs or external resources are needed.
- Coordinate aftercare plans to support long-term recovery.
- Provide immediate crisis intervention services when needed.
- Manage patient cases to ensure personalized, high-quality care.
- Serve as a liaison between patients and referral sources.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Competitive 401(k) plan.
- Paid vacation and sick time.
- Employer-paid clinical supervision.
- STAR LRP student loan forgiveness.
- Free, unlimited access to more than 500 accredited continuing education units (CEUs).
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) supporting employee lifestyle and well-being.
- Early morning hours offering work/life balance.
- Opportunity for career growth.
- Eligible positions may qualify for HRSA student loan forgiveness, depending on clinic-site eligibility.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
