Substance Use Counselor
About The Position
Bangor Comprehensive Treatment Center (CTC), located in Bangor, Maine, is part of Acadia Healthcare's Comprehensive Treatment Centers, a provider of medication-assisted treatment. The counseling team provides compassionate, high-quality counseling and therapy to patients seeking recovery from Opioid Use Disorder. The Substance Use Counselor contributes to patients’ treatment and recovery by delivering compassionate care through individual and group counseling sessions. This is a full-time role in Maine, with hours Monday through Friday, 5:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. The calculated salary range is $22.83–$31.62 per hour. Eligible positions may qualify for student loan forgiveness through HRSA, depending on clinic site eligibility.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED equivalent.
- Maine CADC or LADC certification is required.
- 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.
- Documentation experience, including clinical notes, treatment plans, and progress updates in accordance with state and federal guidelines.
- Familiarity with state regulatory standards, such as 42 CFR Part 2, HIPAA, and Joint Commission standards.
- Experience collaborating in a multidisciplinary team with medical staff, case managers, and peer support specialists.
- A degree, if held, must be from an accredited college or university.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree in a social or health services field is preferred.
- CCS is also considered.
Responsibilities
- Provide high-quality, 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 and unlimited access to more than 500 accredited Continuing Education Units (CEUs).
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) providing continued support for employee lifestyle and well-being.
- Early morning hours offering work/life balance.
- Opportunity for career growth.
- Eligible positions may qualify for student loan forgiveness through HRSA, depending on clinic site eligibility.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
