Substance Use Counselor

Acadia • Easley, SC

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About The Position

Easley Comprehensive Treatment Center (CTC) in Easley, South Carolina, is part of Acadia Healthcare's Comprehensive Treatment Centers, a provider of medication-assisted treatment. The counseling team delivers compassionate, high-quality counseling and therapy to patients seeking recovery from Opioid Use Disorder.

The Substance Use Counselor supports patients' treatment and recovery by providing individual and group counseling. The role includes planning and documenting care, assessing patient needs, coordinating referrals and case management, and providing crisis intervention when needed.

The full-time schedule is Monday through Friday, 5:15 AM to 12:30 PM, with a Saturday rotation from 6:45 AM to 8:45 AM. Counselor advancement levels 1–5 are based on education, credentials, and years of experience.

Requirements

• Bachelor'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 such as 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 including medical staff, case managers, and peer support specialists.
• An accepted credential: Certified Addiction Counselor (ADC/AADC), National Certified Addiction Counselor (NCAC I/NCAC II), Master Addiction Counselor (MAC), or Licensed Addiction Counselor (LAC).

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in a social or health services field.

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 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 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

• Semi-annual bonus program.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Competitive 401(k) plan.
• Paid vacation and sick time.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) supporting employee lifestyle and well-being.
• Employer-paid clinical supervision.
• Free, unlimited access to more than 500 accredited Continuing Education Units (CEUs).
• Opportunity for growth and advancement through Counselor Levels 1–5.
• Eligible positions may qualify for student loan forgiveness through HRSA, depending on clinic site eligibility.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time