Substance Use Counselor

About the role

Lebanon Comprehensive Treatment Center (CTC), located in Lebanon, PA, is part of Acadia Healthcare's Comprehensive Treatment Centers, the leading provider of medication-assisted treatment in the nation. The counseling team provides compassionate, high-quality counseling and therapy to patients seeking recovery from Opioid Use Disorder. As a Substance Use Counselor, you will be instrumental in patients’ treatment and recovery, delivering high-quality, compassionate care through individual and group counseling sessions.

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.
• Conduct 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.
• Eligible positions may qualify for student loan forgiveness through HRSA, depending on clinic site eligibility.

Requirements

Associate's degree in a social or health services field with 2 years of clinical experience in a health or human service agency; or Bachelor's degree in a social or health services field with 1 year of clinical experience in a health or human service agency; or Master's degree in a social or health services field with a practicum in a health or human service agency. Degree must be from an accredited college or university.

Skills

• Previous experience in addiction recovery or behavioral health settings (outpatient, residential, or correctional facilities).
• Familiarity with Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT), including methadone, buprenorphine, and naltrexone.
• Experience conducting individual and group counseling sessions focused on substance use recovery.
• Knowledge of evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and relapse prevention techniques.
• Documentation experience, including maintaining clinical notes, treatment plans, and progress updates in accordance with state and federal guidelines.
• Familiarity with state regulatory standards (e.g., 42 CFR Part 2, HIPAA, Joint Commission standards).
• Experience collaborating in a multidisciplinary team with medical staff, case managers, and peer support specialists.
• Licenses/Certifications: Not required; position applicable to AAC, CAAC, CADC, CAADC, CS, CCS, LPC, BSW, MSW. Preferred: CADC, CAADC.

Benefits

• Semi-Annual Bonus Program
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Competitive 401(k) plan
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Employer-paid clinical supervision (free to employees)
• Free and unlimited access to 500+ accredited Continuing Education Units (CEUs)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering continued support to employee lifestyle and well-being
• Early morning hours offering a great work/life balance
• Opportunity for growth that is second to none in the industry

Schedule

Full-Time: Monday‑Friday, 5:00 AM‑1:30 PM; alternating Saturdays, 5:00 AM‑9:00 AM.