Substance Use Counselor

Brockton Comprehensive Treatment Center • Brockton, MA

4d • $27 - $37

About The Position

The Substance Use Counselor works in an outpatient medication-assisted treatment (MAT) opioid treatment program and supports patients in treatment and recovery from opioid use disorder. The counselor provides compassionate care through individual and group counseling and helps coordinate individualized, patient-centered treatment. The program provides MAT, office-based addiction treatment, intensive outpatient programs, and mobile treatment units, alongside recovery coaching and community outreach.

Requirements

• Required credential: LADC I, CADAC, LMHC, LICSW, or LCSW.
• Degree in psychology, social work, or a related health services field from an accredited college or university.
• 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 sessions focused on substance use recovery.
• Knowledge of evidence-based practices, including 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, including 42 CFR Part 2, HIPAA, and Joint Commission standards.
• Experience collaborating with multidisciplinary teams that include 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 related to 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 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
• Possible student loan forgiveness through HRSA for eligible positions, depending on clinic-site eligibility

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time