Substance Use Counselor

Taylorsville Comprehensive Treatment Center • Taylorsville, UT

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About The Position

The Substance Use Counselor works in the outpatient Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) Opioid Treatment Program at Taylorsville Comprehensive Treatment Center in Taylorsville, Utah. The counselor supports patients recovering from Opioid Use Disorder by providing compassionate, high-quality care through individual and group counseling sessions. The position is full time, Monday through Friday, 5:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

The role includes planning and documenting patients’ recovery, conducting assessments, preparing treatment plans, providing case management and crisis intervention, coordinating referrals and aftercare when appropriate, and maintaining timely, clear clinical documentation. The counselor may also co-facilitate group or family sessions and serve as a liaison between patients and referral sources.

Taylorsville CTC is part of Acadia Healthcare’s Comprehensive Treatment Centers, a provider of medication-assisted treatment. The employer notes that 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, 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.
• An active Utah credential in one of the following: SUDC, LSUDC, ASUDC, SSW, CSW, LCSW, ACMHC, CMHC, or LMFT.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, 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 appropriate.
• 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
• 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 growth
• Eligible positions may qualify for student loan forgiveness through HRSA, depending on clinic-site eligibility

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time