What are the responsibilities and job description for the Bilingual Substance Use Counselor position at Mcleod Centers for Wellbeing?
$3,000 Sign-On Bonus for Qualified Applicants!*
At McLeod Centers for Wellbeing, our mission is to build a foundation of healing and hope based on equity, education, and evidence-based practice for all communities. A nonprofit founded in 1969 in Charlotte, North Carolina, we have since grown to be one of the largest providers of comprehensive substance use disorder treatment in western North Carolina. From initial assessment to customized aftercare, McLeod Centers provides compassionate, steadfast support for our patients’ journey to recovery. We are looking for passionate people to join our team!
McLeod Centers for Wellbeing is currently searching for a Full-time Bilingual (Spanish/English) Counselor to work from any of our treatment locations: Charlotte, Concord, Monroe, Gastonia, Lenoir, Marion, Hickory, and Statesville.
Applicants to this position are required to have speaking fluency in Spanish and English. By applying to this role, you agree that you are wiling and able to pass a mandatory fluency test prior to your employment.
If interested in this role and not bilingual, you may apply to one of our other Counselor postings: Visit our Career Center!
- Be at the forefront of crafting person-centered treatment plans for patients in all stages of recovery.
- Play a pivotal role in monitoring and evaluating client progress, adjusting treatments as necessary for optimal outcomes.
- Lead individual and group counseling sessions to support both patients and their families.
- Connect patients with vital support services, such as medical evaluation, mental health, and social support. Your impact will extend beyond our doors!
- Participate in clinical supervision sessions to foster your professional growth and development.
What are the qualifications needed for this role?:
We're looking for a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in a Human Services field, paired with at least a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor-Intern Certification (CADC-I). If you hold a Master’s degree with a Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist (LCAS) or other Mental Health or Substance Use licensure, that’s a big plus!
What we offer you as an employee:
- Balanced Lifestyle: Enjoy a 37.5-hour work week to support a better work/life balance, with most programs closing at noon and employees off by 12:30 pm. Have your afternoons free!
- Comprehensive Healthcare Coverage: Access medical, dental, and vision insurance, along with Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options.
- Employer Paid Benefits: Benefit from 100% employer-paid benefits including short and long-term disability, group-term life insurance, and an Employee Assistance Program.
- Financial Security: Secure your future with a 401(k) plan, with company matches up to 3% after 90 days of employment.
- Generous Leave Policies: Enjoy paid time off, sick leave accrual, and additional benefits such as bereavement, jury duty, and parent-child educational leave.
- Holiday Benefits: Celebrate 9 paid observed holidays and receive 1 floating holiday to use at your convenience. You will also receive a paid day off during your birthday month as our way of recognizing and celebrating you as a valued member of our team.
- Student Loan Forgiveness: As an employee of a nonprofit organization, you qualify for Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) to assist with your student loans.
- Continuous Growth Opportunities: Invest in your professional development with ongoing support and free continuing education opportunities across multiple disciplines. We also offer top-tier individual and group clinical supervision for professionals seeking CADC and LCAS licensures.
- SUD Professional Licensure: McLeod Centers pays for initial CADC certification or LCAS licensure, including the application fee, background check fee, board registration fee, initial exam fee, and all supervision requirements.
Research indicates that women and underrepresented groups tend to apply for jobs only when they believe they meet 100% of the qualifications. At McLeod Centers, we encourage you to challenge this statistic and apply. It's rare for anyone to meet every qualification. We look forward to hearing from you!
Sign-on bonus available to eligible on-site and hybrid positions, subject to set distribution schedule, and governed by internal McLeod policy.
