Substance Use Counselor
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Acadia HealthcareBehavioral health
United StatesFull-Time
Salary$29.00 - $36.00 per hour
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Requirements
- Have 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.
- Bachelor’s-level candidates without credentials may apply if committed to obtaining required credentials within 30–60 days of employment.
- Hold a degree in psychology, social work, or a related health services field from an accredited college or university.
- Have previous experience in addiction recovery or behavioral health settings, such as outpatient, residential, or correctional facilities.
- Be familiar with Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT), including methadone, buprenorphine, and naltrexone.
- Have experience conducting individual and group counseling focused on substance use recovery.
- Know evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and relapse prevention techniques.
- Have experience documenting clinical notes, treatment plans, and progress updates in accordance with state and federal guidelines.
- Be familiar with state regulatory standards, including 42 CFR Part 2, HIPAA, and Joint Commission standards.
- Have experience collaborating with medical staff, case managers, and peer support specialists.
Responsibilities
- Provide guidance in individual and group counseling sessions.
- Plan, oversee, facilitate, and document patients’ recovery.
- Co-facilitate assigned group or family sessions as needed.
- Complete clear, timely documentation of patient care, treatment, and incidents.
- Prepare individual treatment plans and 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 and case management as needed.
- Act as a liaison between referral sources and patients as needed.
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