Substance Use Counselor
Lynchburg Comprehensive Treatment Center•Lynchburg, VA
•$24 - $28
About The Position
The Substance Use Counselor works in an outpatient Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) opioid treatment program and supports patients’ treatment and recovery from opioid use disorder. The counselor provides compassionate, high-quality care through individual and group counseling sessions, and coordinates individualized treatment and recovery services. The position is located in Virginia and is full-time, Monday through Friday, 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM. The calculated salary range is $24.00–$28.00 per hour. The role is with Lynchburg Comprehensive Treatment Center, part of Acadia Healthcare’s Comprehensive Treatment Centers.
Requirements
- 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 focused on substance use recovery.
- Knowledge of evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and relapse prevention techniques.
- Experience documenting 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 with a multidisciplinary team, including medical staff, case managers, and peer support specialists.
- Required counselor credentials include CSAC-R or CSAC, or eligibility to obtain certification within 90 days of employment. The posting also lists LPC-R, LPC, LCSW-R, LCSW, and LSATP as licensed mental health professional credentials.
- Professionals with an “R” on their license must have their supervisor sign off on all documentation notes.
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 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 insurance
- Dental insurance
- 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) supporting employee lifestyle and well-being
- Opportunity for growth
- Eligible positions may qualify for student loan forgiveness through HRSA, depending on clinic site eligibility
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