Substance Use Counselor

Acadia • Hamlet, NC

21d • Onsite

About The Position

Hamlet Comprehensive Treatment Center (CTC), part of Acadia Healthcare's Comprehensive Treatment Centers, provides medication-assisted treatment for people seeking recovery from 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 role is full-time, Monday through Friday from 5:00 AM to 1:30 PM, with occasional Saturdays from 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM.

The counselor plans, oversees, facilitates, and documents patient recovery; prepares treatment plans and assessments; evaluates patient needs and makes referrals when appropriate; and provides case management, crisis intervention, and aftercare planning as needed. The counselor may also co-facilitate group or family sessions and act as a liaison between patients and referral sources.

Applicants must hold one of the listed counseling or behavioral health licenses or certifications. A high school diploma or GED is required. 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 and include a practicum in order to be licensed.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• A current CADC-I, CADC, LCAS-A, LCAS, LCSW-A, LCSW, LCMHC-A, or LCMHC license or certification is required to apply.
• 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 maintaining 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 with multidisciplinary teams that include medical staff, case managers, and peer support specialists.

Nice To Haves

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

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.
• 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, 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 growth.
• Eligible positions may qualify for student loan forgiveness through HRSA, depending on clinic site eligibility.

What This Job Offers

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