SUD Counselor

Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Counselor – Recovery Center

Location: Seward, Alaska
Job Type: Full-Time

Temporary Housing Available for the right candidate, please inquire within screening.

Make a Difference at SeaView Community Services

SeaView Community Services is seeking a dedicated Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Counselor to join our team at the Recovery Center in Seward, Alaska. If you're passionate about helping individuals in recovery, providing trauma-informed care, and working in a collaborative environment, we encourage you to apply!

Why Join Us?

• Impact Lives Daily – Help clients achieve recovery goals through compassionate, evidence-based counseling.
• Supportive Team Environment – Work alongside a team of experienced behavioral health professionals.
• Professional Growth – Opportunities for training, licensure support, and career advancement.
• Work-Life Balance – Live and work in beautiful Seward, Alaska, surrounded by breathtaking scenery.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide individual and group counseling to clients with substance use disorders.
• Conduct ASAM Assessments in line with best practices.
• Utilize evidence-based approaches, including motivational interviewing, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), and trauma-informed care.
• Collaborate with clinicians, case managers, medical providers, and other support staff to ensure comprehensive client care.
• Maintain accurate documentation to meet compliance and funding requirements.
• Support clients in developing coping strategies, relapse management plans, and life skills for sustained recovery.

Qualifications:

• Required:

  • Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or a related field.
  • Alaska certification/licensure (or ability to obtain) as a Chemical Dependency Counselor (CDC-I).
  • Experience providing individual and group counseling for substance use disorders.
  • Strong knowledge of ASAM criteria, addiction treatment, and trauma-informed care.

• Preferred:

  • Experience working in a residential or outpatient treatment setting.
  • Familiarity with state and federal regulations for behavioral health programs.

Benefits:

✔ Competitive Salary – Based on experience.
✔ Comprehensive Benefits – Medical, dental, and vision.
✔ Retirement Plan – Employer-matching 403(b).
✔ Generous Paid Time Off – Including vacation, sick leave, and paid holidays.
✔ Wellness Reimbursement Program – Support for personal health and fitness.
✔ Relocation Assistance – Available for qualified candidates.

About SeaView Community Services

SeaView Community Services provides comprehensive behavioral health, crisis intervention, and substance use disorder treatment services in Seward, Alaska. Our Recovery Center is a vital resource for individuals seeking stability, healing, and a path forward. We believe in a holistic, client-centered approach, fostering a compassionate and professional environment for both clients and staff.

Apply Today!

Join us in making a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals on their recovery journey.

SeaView is an Equal Opportunity Employer