Substance Use Counselor
About The Position
Yarmouth Comprehensive Treatment Center (CTC), part of Acadia Healthcare’s Comprehensive Treatment Centers, provides medication-assisted treatment (MAT) and other services for people seeking recovery from opioid use disorder. Its continuum of care includes MAT, Office-Based Addiction Treatment (OBAT), Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP), and mobile treatment units, alongside recovery coaching, community outreach, and partnerships. The Substance Use Counselor supports patients’ treatment and recovery by providing compassionate, high-quality individual and group counseling. The role includes planning and documenting recovery care, preparing treatment plans and assessments, coordinating referrals and case management, and providing crisis intervention as needed. This is a full-time position based in Yarmouth, Massachusetts, with a Monday–Friday schedule from 6:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. The stated hourly compensation range is $34–$40. Eligible positions may qualify for student loan forgiveness through HRSA, depending on clinic-site eligibility.
Requirements
- A master’s degree in a relevant field, or one of the listed credentials: CAC, CAS, CADC, CRC, LADC I, LADC II, LICSW, LCSW, LMHC, or LMFT.
- A degree must be in psychology, social work, or a related health services field from an accredited college or university.
- Bachelor’s-degree candidates without credentials must be committed to obtaining the required credential within 30–60 days of employment; candidates without a master’s degree must hold an eligible credential or commit to obtaining one within 60 days of hire.
- Previous experience in addiction recovery or behavioral health settings, such as outpatient, residential, or correctional facilities.
- Familiarity with MAT, including methadone, buprenorphine, and naltrexone.
- Experience conducting individual and group counseling focused on substance use recovery.
- Knowledge of evidence-based practices, including CBT, Motivational Interviewing, and relapse prevention techniques.
- Experience documenting clinical notes, treatment plans, and progress updates in accordance with state and federal guidelines.
- Familiarity with regulatory standards such as 42 CFR Part 2, HIPAA, and Joint Commission standards.
- Experience collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, including 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 needed.
- Provide crisis intervention to patients as needed.
- Perform case management duties to ensure individualized, quality care as needed.
- Act as a liaison between referral sources and patients as needed.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- 401(k) with employer match
- Paid vacation and sick leave
- Employer-paid clinical supervision
- Free, unlimited access to more than 500 accredited Continuing Education Units (CEUs)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) supporting mental health and well-being
- Growth and development opportunities
- Reimbursement for licensing or certification exam fees for bachelor’s-level candidates
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Job Type
Full-time
