Substance Use Counselor

About the Role

Clarksville Comprehensive Treatment Center (CTC) in Clarksville, TN, part of Acadia Healthcare’s Comprehensive Treatment Centers, provides medication‑assisted treatment (MAT) for opioid use disorder. The counseling team delivers compassionate, high‑quality counseling and therapy to patients seeking recovery.

Responsibilities

• Provide high‑quality, compassionate guidance in both individual and group counseling sessions.
• Plan, oversee, facilitate, and document patients’ recovery processes.
• Co‑facilitate assigned group or family sessions as needed.
• Ensure all documentation regarding patient care, treatment, and incidents is completed timely and clearly.
• Prepare individual treatment plans for each assigned patient.
• Conduct initial assessments and follow‑up assessments.
• Evaluate patient needs and determine referrals to other programs or facilities.
• Plan after‑care for assigned patients when appropriate.
• Provide crisis intervention to patients as needed.
• Perform case management duties to ensure individualized quality care.
• Act as a liaison between referral sources and patients.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a social or health services field preferred (accredited institution).
• 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 focused on substance‑use recovery.
• Knowledge of evidence‑based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and relapse‑prevention techniques.
• Proficiency in clinical documentation, treatment plans, and progress notes in compliance with state and federal guidelines.
• Understanding of state regulatory standards (e.g., 42 CFR Part 2, HIPAA, Joint Commission standards).
• Experience collaborating with multidisciplinary teams including medical staff, case managers, and peer support specialists.
• Licenses/Certifications (optional): LMFT, LPC, LMSW, LADC – not required for this position.
• Eligible positions may qualify for student loan forgiveness through HRSA, depending on clinic site eligibility.

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) supporting 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, 36 hours per week. Monday – Friday 5:00 AM – 1:30 PM and rotating Saturday 5:30 AM – 9:30 AM.