Substance Use Counselor
About The Position
Yarmouth Comprehensive Treatment Center (CTC) in Yarmouth, Massachusetts, is hiring a full-time Substance Use Counselor for its outpatient medication-assisted treatment program. The counselor supports patients recovering from opioid use disorder by providing compassionate, patient-centered care through individual and group counseling, treatment planning, assessments, crisis intervention, and case management. The program is part of Acadia Healthcare’s Comprehensive Treatment Centers and offers MAT, OBAT, IOP, and mobile treatment services, alongside recovery coaching, community outreach, and partnerships. The position follows an early-morning schedule, Monday through Friday, from 6 AM to 2 PM. The stated hourly compensation range is $34–$40, depending on factors including location, role, skill set, and experience. Eligible positions may qualify for student loan forgiveness through HRSA, subject to clinic-site eligibility.
Requirements
- A master’s degree in a relevant field, or one of the listed credentials: CAC, CAS, CADC, CRC, LADC I, LADC II, LICSW, LCSW, LMHC, or LMFT.
- A degree in psychology, social work, or a related health services field from an accredited college or university.
- Bachelor’s-degree holders without credentials may apply if committed to obtaining the required credential within 30–60 days of employment; candidates without a master’s degree must hold or commit to obtaining one of the listed credentials within 60 days of hire.
- 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 such as CBT, Motivational Interviewing, and relapse prevention.
- 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 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 patient-care, treatment, and incident documentation 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 needed.
- Plan aftercare for assigned patients as needed.
- Provide crisis intervention to patients as needed.
- Provide case management to support individualized, quality care.
- 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)
- Growth and development opportunities
- Reimbursement for licensing or certification exam fees for credential attainment
- Potential eligibility for student loan forgiveness through HRSA, depending on clinic-site eligibility
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Job Type
Full-time
