Substance Use Counselor- Master's Level

Acadia•Cleveland, TN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Bradley County Comprehensive Treatment Center (CTC), part of Acadia Healthcare's Comprehensive Treatment Centers, provides medication-assisted treatment to people seeking recovery from Opioid Use Disorder. The Substance Use Counselor provides compassionate, high-quality care through individual and group counseling sessions and supports patients throughout treatment and recovery. The position is full-time at 36 hours per week, with hours Monday through Friday from 5:00 AM to 1:30 PM and rotating Saturdays once every two months. A master's degree is required in the job title, although the qualifications section states that a high school diploma or GED is required and a bachelor's or master's degree in a social or health services field is preferred. The degree must be from an accredited college or university. Licensure or certification is not required; the position is applicable to LMFT, LPC, LMSW, and LADC professionals.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
The job title states that a master's degree is required; the qualifications section prefers a bachelor's or master's degree in a social or health services field. Any degree must be 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, including 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.
Licenses and certifications are not required; the position is applicable to LMFT, LPC, LMSW, and LADC.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's or master's degree in a social or health services field.

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 needed.
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

Semi-annual bonus program.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Competitive 401(k) plan.
Paid vacation and sick time.
Employer-paid clinical supervision.
Free, unlimited access to more than 500 accredited Continuing Education Units (CEUs).
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering support for employee lifestyle and well-being.
Early morning hours described as offering work/life balance.
Opportunity for professional growth.
Eligible positions may qualify for student loan forgiveness through HRSA, depending on clinic site eligibility.