Substance Use Counselor

Acadia • Layton, UT

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Layton Comprehensive Treatment Center (CTC), part of Acadia Healthcare's Comprehensive Treatment Centers, provides medication-assisted treatment for opioid use disorder. The Substance Use Counselor supports patients’ treatment and recovery by delivering compassionate, high-quality care through individual and group counseling sessions. The role also involves planning and documenting patient care, assessing needs, coordinating referrals and aftercare, and providing case management and crisis intervention when needed.

This is a full-time position with a Monday–Friday schedule from 5:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. The clinic is located in Layton, Utah. 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 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 multidisciplinary teams, including medical staff, case managers, and peer support specialists.
• An active Utah credential in at least one of the following: SUDC, LSUDC, ASUDC, SSW, CSW, LCSW, ACMHC, CMHC, or LMFT.

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 concerning patient care, treatment, and incidents accurately and promptly.
• 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 appropriate.
• Plan aftercare for assigned patients when needed.
• Provide crisis intervention to patients as needed.
• Provide case management to ensure individualized, quality patient care.
• 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