Substance Use Counselor

About the role

Outpatient MAT Opioid Treatment Program seeking a Substance Use Counselor (CSAC‑R, CSAC, or CSAC‑eligible) for a full‑time position. The role is based at Clinch Valley Comprehensive Treatment Center (CTC) in Cedar Bluff, VA, part of Acadia Healthcare’s Comprehensive Treatment Centers, the nation’s leading provider of medication‑assisted treatment. The counseling team delivers compassionate, high‑quality counseling and therapy to patients recovering from Opioid Use Disorder. Eligible positions may qualify for student loan forgiveness through HRSA, depending on clinic site eligibility.

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.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in counseling, social, or health services field, with 2+ years’ experience in counseling or social services field; or Master's degree in counseling, social, or health services field, with 1 year of professional work experience; degree from an accredited college or university.
• Previous experience in addiction recovery or behavioral health settings (outpatient, residential, or correctional facilities).

Qualifications

• Certified Substance Use Disorder Counselor: CSAC‑R, CSAC – must be eligible to obtain within 90 days of employment.
• Licensed Mental Health Professionals: LPC‑R, LPC, LCSW‑R, LCSW, LSATP (any with an “R” require supervisor sign‑off on documentation).

Skills

• 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