Licensed Substance Abuse Counselor

Vote Recognition

Easterseals PORT Health (ESPH) is voted Raleigh’s Best Nonprofit Organization and Raleigh’s Best Mental Health Services two years in a row!

About the Role

We are seeking a Licensed Substance Abuse Counselor to join our Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) Team. This is a rewarding opportunity to provide life-changing care directly in the community, helping clients on their path to recovery from mental health and substance use challenges.

Responsibilities

• Deliver vital substance use interventions, helping clients rebuild their lives while addressing substance use and mental health challenges.
• Work alongside a skilled team of psychiatrists, nurses, therapists, and other mental health professionals ensuring clients receive holistic care.
• Be a voice for clients, ensuring their needs are met with compassion and respect.
• Participate in daily team meetings to ensure quality service delivery.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation using Welligent EMR.
• Offer on-call crisis intervention services as part of a rotating schedule.

Qualifications

• Certified as a CADC or CCS, or provisionally or fully licensed as a LCAS/A in NC.
• Comfortable working in community settings with a valid driver’s license.

Benefits

• Hourly Salary: $43,680 to $65,000/year | $21.00 – $31.25/hour, based on licensure and experience
• PTO + 11 paid holidays
• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
• Life and Disability Insurance (company-paid for eligible employees)
• 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Mileage Reimbursement
• Company phone, laptop & full IT support
• Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) qualifying employer
• Licensure supervision funding (up to $65/week)

How to Apply

Join a team where work isn’t just something you do — it’s a purpose. Bring your expertise to a mission that matters. Apply now at www.eastersealsPORT.com or send your resume to recruiter@eastersealsPORT.com.

About Easterseals PORT Health

Easterseals PORT Health is a trustworthy and compassionate partner, providing exceptional services in disability, mental health, and substance use to help our neighbors live their best lives. Purpose, dedication, and empathy drive our in-person and telehealth service delivery. Our diverse and inclusive 2,600-member team provides more than 10.2 million hours of meaningful support to 40,200 kids, adults, and families in 11,000 home, facility, and community locations across North Carolina and Virginia.