Clinical Counselor; Residential Facility

Job Title: Clinical Counselor (Residential/Detox Facility)

Status: Full-time

Workdays and Hours: M-F 8am-4:30pm (Flexibility required)

Location: Charlotte, NC

Organization: Charlotte Substance Abuse Services & Recovery

About Anuvia: Anuvia, named North Carolina's best treatment center, focuses on innovative and effective solutions for those struggling with substance abuse and mental health issues. We're committed to fostering recovery, resilience, and hope in the communities we serve.

We are seeking a dedicated Clinical Counselor to join our team. This role is critical in delivering high-quality counseling services with a focus on substance use and mental health disorder treatment.

• Provide counseling services to clients according to state/agency guidelines.
• Inform the individual about benefits, community resources, and services.
• Monitor signs and symptoms of intoxication and withdrawal, and manage treatment accordingly.
• Provide crisis interventions when necessary.
• Ensure linkage to necessary services, including psychological and psychiatric evaluations.
• Complete psychosocial assessments and evaluate client behaviors.
• Consult with other disciplinary teams regarding client health.
• Develop and monitor individualized, person-centered plans.
• Facilitate client admissions, transitions, and discharges.
• Submit service authorizations as needed.
• Document client progress and updates in NC Topps and GPRA’s.
• Manage client caseload from entry to discharge.
• Conduct individual and group therapy sessions, including psychoeducation and family groups.
• Provide family education and facilitate involvement in recovery.
• Complete accurate documentation in electronic records.
• Report incidents per guidelines.
• Participate in QA, QI activities, and clinical supervision.
• Train interns from colleges and universities.
• Administer medications as needed, following provider orders (training required).
• Complete UDS screenings as needed.
• Adhere to professional standards and regulations.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Master’s Degree in Counseling, Clinical Social Work, or another approved field.

• Licensed Clinical Addictions Specialist (LCAS/LCAS-A).
• Preferred: LCMHC, LCMHC-A, LCSW, or LCSW-A. Dual licenses are a plus.

• Minimum two years of counseling experience.
• Substance use disorder and mental health treatment experience preferred.

• Valid NC or SC Driver’s License.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Professional demeanor and pleasant personality.
• Strong work ethic.

• Health benefits from day one.
• Generous time off.
• Disability insurance.
• Low-cost insurance options.
• Education assistance.
• Adoption assistance.
• Commuter benefits.
• Orthodontic benefits.
• 401(k) with employer contributions.
• Employee Assistance Programs.
• Vendor discounts and online training resources.

If you are passionate about making a difference and contributing to a supportive recovery community, apply today and become part of a team that values wellness and resilience.