Substance Use Counselor

Acadia•Richmond, VA

11d•$28 - $31

About The Position

Broad Street Comprehensive Treatment Center (CTC), located in Richmond, Virginia, is part of Acadia Healthcare's Comprehensive Treatment Centers, a provider of medication-assisted treatment. The counseling team serves people seeking recovery from Opioid Use Disorder. The Substance Use Counselor supports patients’ treatment and recovery by providing compassionate, high-quality care through individual and group counseling sessions. This is a full-time position with hours Monday through Friday, 5:00 AM to 1:30 PM. The stated calculated salary range is $28.00 to $30.50 per hour.

Requirements

CSAC-R, CSAC, or eligibility for CSAC certification is required; the certification must be obtainable within 90 days of employment.
A bachelor's degree in counseling, social services, or a health services field and at least 2 years of counseling or social services experience; alternatively, a master's degree in one of these fields and 1 year of professional work experience.
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 such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and relapse prevention techniques.
Experience 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 in a multidisciplinary team with medical staff, case managers, and peer support specialists.
Licensed mental health professionals may hold LPC-R, LPC, LCSW-R, LCSW, or LSATP credentials.
Professionals with an “R” on their license must have their supervisor sign off on all documentation notes.

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.
Perform case management duties 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 continued support for 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.