Substance Use Counselor

Acadia • Charleston, WV

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The Substance Use Counselor works in Charleston Comprehensive Treatment Center’s outpatient medication-assisted treatment (MAT) opioid treatment program in Charleston, West Virginia. The role supports patients’ treatment and recovery from opioid use disorder by providing compassionate care through individual and group counseling. The clinic’s approach combines therapies with safe and effective medications.

The counselor plans, oversees, facilitates, and documents patient recovery; prepares treatment plans and conducts initial and follow-up assessments; evaluates needs and referrals; and may arrange aftercare. The role also includes crisis intervention, case management, co-facilitating group or family sessions as needed, and liaising between patients and referral sources. Patient-care, treatment, and incident documentation must be completed promptly and clearly.

The position is full-time, Monday through Friday, from 5:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Eligible positions may qualify for student loan forgiveness through HRSA, depending on clinic-site eligibility.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in a social or 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 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.
• Experience maintaining clinical notes, treatment plans, and progress updates in accordance with state and federal guidelines.
• Familiarity with regulatory standards such as 42 CFR Part 2, HIPAA, and Joint Commission standards.
• Experience collaborating with 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 about patient care, treatment, and incidents promptly and clearly.
• 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.
• 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 career growth.
• Eligible positions may qualify for student loan forgiveness through HRSA, depending on clinic-site eligibility.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time