Title: Substance Use Disorder Counselor
(CADC, LCAS, LCSW) - Fully Remote
Location: NC United States
Job Description:
Overview
Outpatient MAT Opioid Treatment Program - Fully Remote (North Carolina)
Seeking: Substance Use Disorder Counselor
CADC-I, CADC, LCAS-A, LCAS, LCSW-A, or LCSW
Our Team:
Acadia Healthcare's Comprehensive Treatment Centers (CTCs) proudly operate 12+ outpatient Opioid Treatment Programs (OTPs) across thr state of North Carolina. As the nation's leader in medication-assisted treatment (MAT), our compassionate counseling teams provide high-quality care and therapy to individuals on their journey to recovery from Opioid Use Disorder (OUD). This remote position will be supporting our North Wilkesboro Comprehensive Treatment Center (CTC), located in North Wilkesboro, NC.
Full Time Remote Schedule: Monday - Friday: 5:30 AM - 1:00 PM, fully remote via telehealth
Before the fully remote schedule goes into effect: Remote hires may be required to complete the initial on-site training period at one of our 12 CTC clinics in North Carolina (ranging from 60-90 days)
Experience: Considering candidates with extensive clinical telehealth experience and active credentials in the state of NC
Your Job as a Substance Use Disorder Counselor:
The Substance Use Disorder Counselor is instrumental in our patient's treatment and recovery from opioid use disorder. Substance Use Disorder Counselors provide high quality, compassionate care through various mediums which include both individual and group counseling sessions.
Our Benefits:
Quarterly Bonus Program
Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
Competitive 401(k) plan
Paid vacation and sick time
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering continued support to employee lifestyle and well-being
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 - clear, 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
STAR LRP Student Loan Forgiveness providing clinicians with access to help pay off federal student loans, allowing them to concentrate on patient-centered care
Being the catalyst for change - empowering individuals overcome SUD and make a daily life-saving impact!
Job Responsibilities:
Provide high quality, compassionate guidance in both individual and group counseling sessions.
Plan, oversee, facilitate and document patient's recovery.
Co-facilitate assigned group or family sessions as needed.
Ensure all documentation regarding patient care, treatment, and incidents is completed timely and in a clear, concise manner.
Prepare individual treatment plans for each assigned patient.
Initial assessments as well as follow up assessments.
Evaluate patient needs and determine if referrals to other programs or facilities are needed.
May plan for aftercare for assigned patients.
Provide crisis intervention to patients, as needed.
Provide case management duties for patients, ensuring individualized quality care as needed.
Act as a liaison between referral sources and patients, as needed.
Qualifications
Required Education, Skills and Qualifications:
High School Diploma or GED equivalent required;
Prefer Bachelor's or Master's degree in social or health services field;
Degree must be from an accredited college or university with practicum in order to be licensed.
Prior experience and knowledge in an addiction recovery and/or MAT (medication assisted treatment) environment.
Considering candidates with extensive clinical telehealth experience and active credentials in the state of NC
Required Licenses/Certifications:
CADC-I, CADC, LCAS-A, LCAS, LCSW-A, or LCSW in the state of North Carolina
License or Certification is required to apply.
We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment regardless of an individual's characteristics protected by applicable state, federal and local laws.
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