Substance Use Counselor

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Seeking:
Substance Use Counselor

• Maine CADC or LADC is required
• CCS also considered

Onsite or fully remote with early morning hours, offering a great work/life balance

• Monday - Friday: 5 AM - 1:30 PM
• To be considered for a remote position, you must reside in the Eastern Standard Time Zone

• 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 employees' lifestyle and well-being
• Opportunity for growth that is second to none in the industry

South Portland Comprehensive Treatment Center (CTC), located in South Portland, ME, is part of Acadia Healthcare's Comprehensive Treatment Centers, the leading provider of medication-assisted treatment in the nation. Our counseling team provides compassionate, high-quality counseling and therapy to patients who are seeking recovery from Opioid Use Disorder

The Substance Use Counselor is instrumental in our patients’ treatment and recovery from opioid use disorder. Substance Use Counselors provide high-quality, compassionate care through various mediums, which include both individual and group counseling sessions.

• Provide high-quality, compassionate guidance in both individual and group counseling sessions.
• Plan, oversee, facilitate, and document the patient's recovery.
• Co-facilitate assigned group or family sessions as needed.
• Ensure all documentation regarding patient care, treatment, and incidents is completed in a timely and clear, concise manner.
• Prepare individual treatment plans for each assigned patient.
• 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. Check your eligibility here: HRSA Eligibility

• HS diploma or GED equivalent
• Prefer Bachelor’s or Master's degree in social or health services field
• Degree must be from an accredited college or university
• 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)
• Experience collaborating in a multidisciplinary team with medical staff, case managers, and peer support specialists

• Maine CADC or LADC is required

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment regardless of an individual’s characteristics protected by applicable state, federal and local laws.