LRADAC·Columbia, South Carolina
The counselor provides individual, group, and family counseling for patients with co-occurring substance use disorders and mental illness. Responsibilities include developing individualized treatment plans, conducting bio-psycho-social assessments, and managing clinical records.
Improving Lives. Improving Communities.
LRADAC offers a wide array of prevention, intervention and treatment programs in both Lexington and Richland counties. We tailor our programs to meet the ever-changing needs of the communities we serve. Our prevention, intervention and treatment programs spread the message that there is hope and that substance misuse and addiction are preventable and treatable.
In support of our purpose to improve communities, we are expanding our treatment services to partner with Columbia Area Mental Health (CAMH) to provide individual and group counseling of an advanced nature to patients presenting with co-occurring substance use disorders and mental illness.
This SCORF (South Carolina Opioid Recovery Fund) grant-funded Clinical Counselor is located at CAMH but works under the regular supervision of a LRADAC Program Manager.
In this role, the Counselor will counsel and aid adolescents, adults, and their families requiring assistance managing and improving symptoms of co-occurring substance use disorders and mental illness.
Grant-funded position with a September 30, 2026 end date.
Position continuance contingent upon grant renewal.
Educational and experience requirements
Master’s degree in a field related to clinical behavioral health is required.
Must have license or be in the process of obtaining licensure in 2026.
At least one (1) year of experience in performing the essential duties of the position for substance use/misuse populations required.
Certification as an Alcohol and Drug Counselor and/or Licensure as an LPHA preferred.
If not fully independently licensed as LPHA, must obtain ADC certification within three (3) years.
Essential duties and responsibilities
Reports to work when scheduled and on time.
Develops and maintains individualized treatment plans.
Manages and monitors patient progress, identifies patient needs, and maintains all clinical records through independent work as well as treatment team engagement.
Provides individual, family, group and crisis intervention counseling services.
Provides case consultation and case management services to assure comprehensive quality care of a patient
Participates in regular clinical supervision.
Provides bio-psycho-social assessments as needed.
Please complete the online application to include all current and previous employment history and education. A resume cannot be substituted for completing the employment history and educational fields of the employment application. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
**LRADAC maintains a tobacco-free environment. No smoking or use of any tobacco product is permitted in any of its facilities or on any of its properties. **
A Master's degree in a clinical behavioral health field and at least one year of experience with substance misuse populations are required. Candidates must have or be pursuing licensure and a valid driver's license.
Market context
Behavioral health employers in South Carolina often look for licensed clinicians with graduate training and leadership experience, especially for roles that include supervision or program oversight. These positions can be competitive because a valid LISW or LPC, a master’s degree, and documented administrative experience narrow the candidate pool. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform against the original posting, then confirm your license status and prepare examples of supervisory work before applying.
