Substance Use Counselor
About the role
Lawrence Comprehensive Treatment Center (CTC), part of Acadia Healthcare's Comprehensive Treatment Centers, is now hiring a Substance Use Counselor for its Outpatient MAT Opioid Treatment Program (OTP). The program offers a full-time schedule with early morning hours, a hybrid schedule option for experienced counselors, and comprehensive benefits including a semi-annual bonus program, employer-matched 401(k), and free continuing education.
Responsibilities
- Guiding patients through their treatment journey and fostering recovery from Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)
- Conducting mobile outreach in collaboration with hospitals, emergency departments, and health centers
- Partnering with local providers and government officials
- Leading individual and group counseling sessions with compassion and professionalism
- Designing, managing, and documenting treatment plans tailored to patient needs
- Facilitating group or family therapy sessions as required
- Keeping thorough, clear, and timely documentation on patient care, progress, and any incidents
- Conducting initial and ongoing patient assessments
- Determining the necessity of referrals to additional programs or external resources
- Cooking aftercare plans to support long-term recovery
- Providing immediate crisis intervention services when needed
- Managing patient cases to ensure personalized, high-quality care
- Serving as a liaison between patients and referral sources
Requirements
- A Master’s Degree in a relevant field, or one of the following credentials: CAC, CAS, CADC, CRC, LADC, LICSW, LCSW, LMHC, or LMFT
- Bachelor’s Degree holders without credentials are encouraged to apply, with reimbursement for licensing or certification exam fees to support credential attainment
- 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)
Qualifications
- Previous experience in addiction recovery or behavioral health settings, such as 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)
Skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong organizational and time management abilities
- Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Benefits
- Semi-Annual Bonus Program
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
- Competitive 401(k) with employer match
- Paid vacation and sick leave
- Free employer-sponsored clinical supervision
- Unlimited access to over 500 accredited Continuing Education Units (CEUs)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) supporting your well-being
- Industry-leading growth and development opportunities
Pay
Compensation for roles at Lawrence CTC varies depending on a wide array of factors including but not limited to the specific location, role, skill set, and level of experience. Lawrence CTC provides a reasonable hourly range of compensation for roles that may be hired in Massachusetts as set forth below.
Schedule
The role offers a full-time schedule with early morning hours, or a hybrid schedule option for experienced counselors. Hybrid clinicians will receive a laptop and can split their schedule between on-site and remote work after completing an initial in-person training period.