Substance Use Counselor

Fayetteville Comprehensive Treatment Center • Fayetteville, NC

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Fayetteville Comprehensive Treatment Center (CTC), part of Acadia Healthcare's Comprehensive Treatment Centers, provides medication-assisted treatment for opioid use disorder. The Substance Use Counselor provides compassionate, high-quality care through individual and group counseling and supports patients throughout treatment and recovery. The position is full-time, with scheduled hours Monday through Friday from 5:00 AM to 1:30 PM and Saturday from 6:00 AM to 8:30 AM. The clinic is located in Fayetteville, North Carolina.

The counselor assesses patient needs, develops and documents individualized treatment plans, facilitates counseling sessions, and coordinates referrals and case management. The role also includes crisis intervention, aftercare planning when appropriate, and communication with referral sources and other members of the care team. Eligible positions may qualify for student loan forgiveness through HRSA, depending on clinic site eligibility.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• A license or certification is required to apply: CADC-I, CADC, LCAS-A, LCAS, LCSW-A, LCSW, LCMHC-A, or LCMHC.
• 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, including 42 CFR Part 2, HIPAA, and Joint Commission standards.
• Experience collaborating on a multidisciplinary team with medical staff, case managers, and peer support specialists.
• For licensure, a degree must be from an accredited college or university and include a practicum.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in a social or health services field is preferred.

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 when appropriate.
• Provide crisis intervention to patients as needed.
• Perform case management duties to help ensure individualized, quality care.
• 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 growth.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED