Licensed Therapist (LCMHC, LCSW, or LMFT) – Substance Use Disorder

About the role

Steadfast Health was founded to establish a new standard of substance use disorder (SUD) care. Recognizing that traditional treatment methods often fall short of reaching patients when they’re most in need, Steadfast is relentlessly focused on making low-barrier, high quality care accessible to all. We know that the journey to recovery is unique for every individual, and our patient-centered approach ensures we meet patients where they are, providing evidence-based therapies with unwavering support in a compassionate environment that fosters healing and growth.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group therapy sessions for patients with substance use disorders, both in-person and via telehealth, embodying the Steadfast patient-first ethos.
• Conduct comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments and develop individualized treatment plans, modeling a non-paternalistic and destigmatizing approach to patient care.
• Utilize evidence-based therapeutic modalities, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), to support patient recovery.
• Collaborate with all clinic-level team members to formulate and execute patient care plans, including Advanced Practice Providers, Medical Assistants, and Peer Recovery Specialists, ensuring integrated treatment approaches.
• Support patients in crisis intervention situations and coordinate higher levels of care when necessary.
• Maintain thorough and timely documentation in compliance with state, federal, and organizational guidelines.
• Pioneer innovative ways of improving access and overall care for disadvantaged, marginalized populations.
• Champion the company’s mission by modeling compassion and fostering trust and strong relationships with patients and communities.
• Educate patients and families on SUD, co-occurring disorders, and available resources to support sustained recovery and overall health.
• Participate in regular case consultations, team meetings, and continuing education to stay current with best practices in SUD treatment.

Qualifications

• Independently licensed as an LCMHC, LMFT, or LCSW in the state of North Carolina.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience providing therapy to individuals with substance use disorders.
• Certification in addiction counseling (e.g., LCAS) is a plus.
• Experience with telehealth platforms and virtual care delivery is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of SUD diagnoses, medications, and treatment modalities.
• Able to effectively interact with diverse staff, patients, and community members.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, a flexible, can-do mentality, and a commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
• Passionate about Steadfast Health’s mission to provide low-barrier, non-punitive, harm-reductionist SUD care.

Benefits

• Full benefits: medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) match, paid time off, and 100% employer-paid disability and life insurance.
• Soulside AI documentation support: because your energy belongs with patients, not paperwork. We believe lived experience with recovery is a strength, not a barrier — many of our team bring personal or family experience with addiction and recovery, and we welcome candidates in recovery to apply.
• This is also a ground-floor opportunity to help shape how we grow in the Raleigh market.