Lynchburg Comprehensive Treatment Center·Lynchburg, Virginia
Provide high-quality individual and group counseling to patients recovering from opioid use disorder. Responsible for creating treatment plans, conducting assessments, and managing patient documentation and aftercare.
Required Education, Skills, and Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in counseling, social, or health services field, with 2+ years’ experience in counseling or social services field; Master's degree in counseling, social, or health services field, with 1 year of professional work experience; Degree must be from an accredited college or university. Previous experience in addiction recovery or behavioral health settings, such as outpatient, residential, or correctional facilities. Familiarity with Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT), including methadone, buprenorphine, and naltrexone. Experience conducting individual and group counseling sessions focused on substance use recovery. Knowledge of evidence-based practices, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and relapse prevention techniques. Documentation experience, including maintaining clinical notes, treatment plans, and progress updates in accordance with state and federal guidelines. Familiarity with state regulatory standards (e.g., 42 CFR Part 2, HIPAA, Joint Commission standards). Experience collaborating in a multidisciplinary team with medical staff, case managers, and peer support specialists. Required Licenses/Certifications: Certified Substance Use Disorder Counselor: CSAC-R, CSAC – must be eligible to obtain within 90 days of employment. Licensed Mental Health Professionals: LPC-R, LPC, LCSW-R, LCSW, LSATP Please note that anyone with an “R” on their license is required to have their supervisor sign off on all documentation notes. 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. AHCTC #LI-CTC #LI-JW1
Requires a Bachelor's or Master's degree in counseling or social services with relevant professional experience. Must hold or be eligible for CSAC or other licensed mental health professional certifications.
Market context
Behavioral-health roles in Virginia commonly draw steady demand as agencies and treatment programs look for clinicians who can support counseling, care coordination, and recovery services. These positions are competitive because a valid CSAC license is required, while a psychology or counseling degree and treatment-industry experience are preferred; benefits often include PTO and health-related coverage. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, and confirm your licensure details before applying.