Substance Abuse Counselor, LSAA or LADAC
Hobbs, Lea County, New Mexico, 88244, USA
Listed on 2026-09-26
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Healthcare
Substance Abuse Counselor, Mental Health, Community Health
Substance Abuse Counselor, LSAA or LADAC
Outpatient Substance Use Disorder Services
Community Mental Health
Full-time, On-site (required), Permanent
Loan Forgiveness and Advancement Opportunities
$20–$32hour + Excellent Benefits
Hobbs, NM
Health Care Recruiters International (HCRI) is seeking a Substance Abuse Counselor to join a dedicated substance use treatment team at a nonprofit community mental health clinic in Hobbs, New Mexico. This full-time, on-site position provides direct substance abuse counseling, treatment planning, and care coordination for individuals struggling with alcohol and drug dependency.
Openings are available for professionals holding either LSAA (Associate Degree) or LADAC (Bachelor’s Degree) credentials. The ideal candidate will have experience working with outpatient or community-based clients and a passion for recovery-focused care.
Substance Abuse Counselor, LSAA or LADAC Responsibilities
Conduct client assessments and gather substance use histories
Design and implement individualized treatment and rehabilitation plans
Provide group and individual counseling for clients with SUD
Coordinate care with internal providers and external partners
Maintain timely and compliant documentation
Participate in care team meetings and progress reviews
Substance Abuse Counselor, LSAA or LADAC Requirements
Associate’s degree with active LSAA
, or Bachelor’s degree with LADACExperience in community-based or outpatient SUD treatment preferred
Must work on-site (remote work not available for this role)
Must pass CYFD and criminal background checks
Bilingual English/Spanish preferred, not required
Substance Abuse Counselor, LSAA or LADAC Compensation
$20–$32/hour depending on credential level and experience
Full-time, benefit-eligible position (medical, dental, vision)
403(b) with 7% employer contribution
13 paid holidays + generous PTO
Paid CEUs and training
Eligible for federal and state loan forgiveness programs
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