Substance Use Disorder Therapist

Carolina Outreach, an ncgCARE partner, is one of the largest and most respected providers of community-based behavioral services in North Carolina. Serving the central and east central regions of the state, Carolina Outreach is renowned for providing service excellence to children and adults through a comprehensive program array to include evidence-based practices.

We are committed to providing a wide array of services to effectively meet the changing needs within the community. These services include evidence-based practices, school-based and outpatient therapy, psychiatric evaluations and treatment, Community Support and substance abuse services to name a few.

Location: Wilson, NC

We are seeking a part-time Substance Use Disorder Therapist to provide the following services:

The Substance Use Disorder therapist will provide group and individual substance abuse mental health counseling to substance abuse consumers. The person in this position will work with clients and families/natural supports to assess their strengths and needs in order to determine the type(s) of treatment modalities needed and then provide those services directly.

Description of Responsibilities and Duties:

• Direct Services

• Assess and monitor client’s mental health and substance abuse needs through comprehensive clinical assessment or diagnostic assessment.

• Work to implement therapeutic interventions, crisis interventions, behavioral interventions, psych-educational activities, and other best evidence-based practice therapies available

• Provide individual, family, or group therapy to clients and their families/natural supports, based on needs, diagnoses, and best evidence-based practices and in a way that adheres to the Agency’s core values

• Provide any required documentation, which includes treatment notes, goals, comprehensive clinical assessment/diagnostic assessments, and plans for the medical record (e.g., service notes, PCP, etc.)

• Work with clients/families/natural supports to assess strengths/needs, assist with planning, developing, implementing, and assessing treatment and ancillary services.

• Recommend the types of treatment modalities needed and provide these services directly or by referral.

• Develop/evaluate the service plan to ensure that services are being delivered and are appropriate to the needs of the client.

• Act as an advocate in the community.

• Be available to respond as needed to clients, co-workers and supervisees 24/7/365.

• Respond to consumer and/or stakeholder concerns or complaints as needed.

ncgCARE and its affiliated partners are committed to equal opportunity for all, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. ncgCARE will make reasonable accommodations for known physical or mental limitations of otherwise qualified employees and applicants with disabilities unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. If you are interested in applying for an employment opportunity and feel you need a reasonable accommodation pursuant to the ADA, please contact us at hrteam@ncgcare.com. 

ncgCARE participates in the E-Verify program. Therefore, any employment with ncgCARE will also be contingent upon confirmation from the Social Security Administration (“SSA”) and/or the Department of Homeland Security (“DHS”) of your authorization to work in the United States. 

ncgCARE offers excellent compensation packages including a salary commensurate with experience and benefits to meet your needs for today and the future. 

ncgCARE and all partner affiliates maintain a drug-free workplace.