What are the responsibilities and job description for the Substance Use Counselor position at True Connections Behavioral Health Services?
Overview:
True Connections Behavioral Health Services is a trauma-informed, person-centered outpatient treatment agency serving rural communities in Maine. We are currently seeking a Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC) to join our compassionate, mission-driven team in Lincoln, Maine.
This position offers the opportunity to work in a supportive environment that values authentic connection, professional integrity, and holistic, strengths-based care. The LADC will play a vital role in providing substance use counseling services to individuals with complex needs, often including co-occurring mental health concerns.
Responsibilities:
- Conduct substance use evaluations and assessments
- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans
- Provide individual and group counseling using evidence-based practices
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to coordinate care
- Maintain timely, accurate clinical documentation per licensing and MaineCare standards
- Participate in quality assurance, staff meetings, and supervision
- Support clients in identifying strengths, goals, and sustainable recovery paths
Qualifications:
- Active Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC) license in the State of Maine (required)
- Experience working with individuals with substance use and co-occurring disorders
- Knowledge of trauma-informed and person-centered care approaches
- Excellent communication, documentation, and collaboration skills
- Commitment to ethical, culturally responsive, and client-centered practice
- Ability to work independently while contributing to a supportive team environment
To apply, please send your resume and cover letter to julie@trueconnectionsme.org
For more information, call 207-521-8911
Join True Connections Behavioral Health Services—where healing happens through connection.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $58,240.00 - $62,400.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Day shift
- No weekends
Work Location: In person
Salary : $58,240 - $62,400