Counselor

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 seeking a Full-time Counselor to join our Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) program at our Concord, NC location.

How will you help us achieve our mission? You will

• 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 master's degree-level, fully licensed or associate licensed Counselors (LCAS, LMFT, LCSW, LCMHC).

What We Offer

• you as an employee:
• Generous Leave Policies: Part-time employees enjoy paid time off and additional benefits such as bereavement 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.

• Bilingual applicants will receive an additional five percent (5%) pay differential, subject to verification of language proficiency.
• 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!