Substance Use Disorder Counselor - Onsite, Hybrid, or Remote

Overview

Outpatient MAT Opioid Treatment Program (OTP)

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Now Hiring: Substance Use Disorder Counselor 

Schedule: Full-Time, Monday - Friday, 5:30 AM - 2 PM

Qualifications:

• Master's Degree or credentials such as CAC, CAS, CADC, CRC, LADC, LICSW, LCSW, LMHC, or LMFT.
• Bachelor’s-level applicants without credentials are welcome if they are committed to obtaining credentials within 30-60 days of employment.

Hybrid/Remote Schedule:

• Offered to candidates with extensive SUD counseling experience.
• Hybrid clinicians will receive a laptop and can split their schedule between on-site and remote work after completing an initial in-person training period.

To qualify for a remote position:

• Applicants must reside in Massachusetts.
• Completion of an on-site training period (60-90 days) is required at one of the following locations:
  • Boston, MA
  • Brockton, MA
  • Fall River, MA
  • Fitchburg, MA
  • Lawrence, MA
  • Lowell, MA
  • Lynn, MA
  • New Bedford, MA
  • East Wareham, MA
  • Taunton, MA
  • Yarmouth, MA

Our Team:

Gifford Street Comprehensive Treatment Center, located in New Bedford, MA, is part of Acadia Healthcare's Comprehensive Treatment Centers, the leading provider of medication-assisted treatment in the nation. We are seeking a compassionate clinician to support individuals overcoming Opioid Use Disorder (OUD).

Why Work With Us? Benefits Include:

• Quarterly Bonus Program
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Competitive 401(k) with employer match
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• Free employer-sponsored clinical supervision
• STAR LRP Student Loan Forgiveness eligibility
• Unlimited access to over 500 accredited Continuing Education Units (CEUs)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) supporting your well-being
• Early morning schedule that encourages work-life balance
• Industry-leading growth and development opportunities

Key Responsibilities of a Substance Use Disorder Counselor:

As a Substance Use Disorder Counselor, you will be essential in guiding patients through their treatment journey and fostering recovery from Opioid Use Disorder (OUD). Duties include:

• Leading individual and group counseling sessions with compassion and professionalism.
• Designing, managing, and documenting treatment plans tailored to patient needs.
• Facilitating group or family therapy sessions as required.
• Keeping thorough, clear, and timely documentation on patient care, progress, and any incidents.
• Conducting initial and ongoing patient assessments.
• Determining the necessity of referrals to additional programs or external resources.
• Coordinating aftercare plans to support long-term recovery.
• Providing immediate crisis intervention services when needed.
• Managing patient cases to ensure personalized, high-quality care.
• Serving as a liaison between patients and referral sources.

Qualifications

Required Education, Skills, and Qualifications: 

• A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in social or health services is required.
• The degree must be obtained from an accredited college or university.
• Relevant experience and knowledge in addiction recovery and/or medication-assisted treatment (MAT).

Licenses/Certifications:

• Candidates who do not hold a Master’s degree must possess one of the following certifications or commit to obtaining it within 60 days of hire:
  • CAC, CAS, CADC, CRC, LADC, LICSW, LCSW, LMHC, LMFT.

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.

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