Substance Use Disorder Counselor
About The Position
Join Our Mission: Substance Use Counselor! Part-time schedule. Monday–Friday: 5:15 AM – 12:15 PM Alternating Saturdays: 7:00 AM – 8:30 AM Why You’ll Love Working at The Ridgeland Comprehensive Treatment Center: Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage. Semi-Annual Bonus Program. Competitive 401(k) with Company Match. Generous Paid Time Off. (Vacation & Sick) Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for wellness support. Additional Benefits of Joining our Clinical Team: Consistent schedule - early in and out times offering a great work/life balance. Opportunity for growth and advancement - c lear, climbable structure into Counselor Levels (1-5) based on education, credentials, and years of experience. Employer-paid clinical supervision - free to employees! Free and unlimited access to 500+ accredited Continuing Education Units (CEUs) - enhance your clinical knowledge and stay informed on evolving treatment approaches. Being the catalyst for change - empowering individuals to overcome SUD and make a daily life-saving impact! Your Job as a Substance Use Counselor: As a Substance Use Counselor, you’ll guide patients through their recovery journey with empathy and expertise, delivering individual and group counseling sessions that truly make a difference.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in a social or health services field (required).
- Degree must be from an accredited college or university.
- Previous experience in addiction recovery or behavioral health settings (outpatient, residential, or correctional facilities).
- Familiarity with Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT), including methadone, buprenorphine, and naltrexone.
- Skilled in 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.
- Strong documentation skills, including maintaining clinical notes, treatment plans, and progress updates in compliance with state and federal guidelines.
- Understanding of state regulatory standards (e.g., 42 CFR Part 2, HIPAA, Joint Commission).
- Ability to collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary team (medical staff, case managers, peer support specialists).
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree in a social or health services field (preferred).
- Certified Addiction Counselor (ADC/AADC)
- National Certified Addiction Counselor (NCAC I/NCAC II)
- Master Addiction Counselor (MAC)
- Licensed Addiction Counselor (LAC)
Responsibilities
- Deliver individual and group counseling sessions with empathy and professionalism.
- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
- Conduct initial and follow-up assessments.
- Facilitate family or group sessions as needed.
- Maintain accurate, timely documentation.
- Provide crisis intervention and case management support.
- Coordinate referrals and aftercare planning.
Benefits
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage.
- Semi-Annual Bonus Program.
- Competitive 401(k) with Company Match.
- Generous Paid Time Off. (Vacation & Sick)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for wellness support.
- Consistent schedule - early in and out times offering a great work/life balance.
- Opportunity for growth and advancement - c lear, climbable structure into Counselor Levels (1-5) based on education, credentials, and years of experience.
- Employer-paid clinical supervision - free to employees!
- Free and unlimited access to 500+ accredited Continuing Education Units (CEUs) - enhance your clinical knowledge and stay informed on evolving treatment approaches.
- Being the catalyst for change - empowering individuals to overcome SUD and make a daily life-saving impact!
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
