SAIOP Therapist

About the role

We believe recovery is possible with the right support, guidance, and evidence-based care. We are seeking a compassionate, licensed SAIOP Therapist to provide clinical assessment, individual counseling, group therapy, and case management services for adults experiencing substance use, mental health, and co-occurring disorders.

Responsibilities

• Complete comprehensive psychosocial, substance use, and diagnostic assessments.
• Develop individualized treatment plans based on client needs and clinical best practices.
• Provide individual counseling for adults with substance use, mental health, and co-occurring disorders.
• Utilize evidence-based approaches including Motivational Interviewing (MI), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), family systems, and supportive counseling.
• Facilitate Substance Abuse Intensive Outpatient Program (SAIOP) groups.
• Lead discussions focused on relapse prevention, emotion regulation, recovery support, family dynamics, life skills, and interpersonal effectiveness.
• Foster a safe, supportive, and therapeutic group environment.
• Coordinate care with physicians, community providers, referral sources, and support systems.
• Utilize ASAM Criteria to assess client needs and recommend the appropriate level of care.
• Connect clients with community resources that support long-term recovery and stability.
• Monitor client progress and adjust treatment plans as needed.
• Complete timely clinical documentation, assessments, treatment plans, progress notes, and discharge summaries.
• Maintain compliance with agency standards, licensing requirements, and ethical guidelines.
• Participate in treatment team meetings, case consultations, and quality improvement activities.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, Clinical Psychology, Substance Use Treatment, or a related behavioral health field.
• Current North Carolina licensure as one of the following: LCAS (required), LCSW, LCSW-ALC, MHCLC, MHCLC-ALP.
• Experience providing substance use treatment and behavioral health counseling.
• Strong assessment, crisis intervention, and clinical decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication and documentation abilities.
• Commitment to ethical, person-centered, and trauma-informed care.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience facilitating SAIOP or other intensive outpatient treatment programs.
• Knowledge and application of ASAM Criteria.
• Experience treating clients with co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders.
• Experience working with community partners and multidisciplinary treatment teams.
• Familiarity with electronic health record systems.

Benefits

Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.