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Substance Use Counselor

South Portland Comprehensive Treatment Center·South Portland, Maine

Full TimeOn Site2-5 yrsPosted 1 month ago
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Substance Use Counselor

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  • 34 similar openings in the South Portland area · median A$48,000

About the role

The Substance Use Counselor provides compassionate individual and group therapy to patients recovering from Opioid Use Disorder. Responsibilities include developing treatment plans, documenting patient progress, and providing crisis intervention as needed.

Overview Imagine What You Could Do With an Extra $6,000!From helping cover up to 5 months of rent to achieving your financial goals, your future starts here.Join Acadia Healthcare and earn a $6,000 Sign-On Bonus!

Outpatient MAT Opioid Treatment Program Seeking: Substance Use Counselor Full Time Hours: Monday-Friday 5:00 AM - 1:30 PM Our Benefits: Semi-Annual Bonus Program Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance Competitive 401(k) plan Paid vacation and sick time Employer-paid clinical supervision (free to employees) Free and unlimited access to 500+ accredited Continuing Education Units (CEUs) Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering continued support to employee lifestyle and well-being Early morning hours offering a great work/life balance Opportunity for growth that is second to none in the industry Our Team: South Portland Comprehensive Treatment Center (CTC), located in South Portland, Maine, is part of Acadia Healthcare's Comprehensive Treatment Centers, the leading provider of medication-assisted treatment in the nation.

Our counseling team provides compassionate, high-quality counseling and therapy to patients that are seeking recovery from Opioid Use Disorder.

Your Job as a Substance Use Counselor: The Substance Use Counselor is instrumental in our patient’s treatment and recovery from opioid use disorder.

Substance Use Counselors provide high quality, compassionate care through various mediums which include both individual and group counseling sessions.

Job Responsibilities: Provide high quality, compassionate guidance in both individual and group counseling sessions.

Plan, oversee, facilitate and document patient's recovery.

Co-facilitate assigned group or family sessions as needed.

Ensure all documentation regarding patient care, treatment, and incidents is completed timely and in a clear, concise manner.

Prepare individual treatment plans for each assigned patient.

Initial assessments as well as follow up assessments.

Evaluate patient needs and determine if referrals to other programs or facilities are needed.

May plan for aftercare for assigned patients.

Provide crisis intervention to patients, as needed.

Provide case management duties for patients, ensuring individualized quality care as needed.

Act as a liaison between referral sources and patients, as needed.

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Qualifications

Required Education, Skills, and Qualifications: HS diploma or GED equivalent; Prefer Bachelor’s or Master's degree in social or health services field; 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. Licenses/Certifications: Maine CADC or LADC is required. 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. #LI-CTC #LI-BB1 AHCTC

Requirements

Candidates must hold a high school diploma or GED, with a preference for a Bachelor's or Master's degree in a social or health services field. A Maine CADC or LADC license is required, along with experience in addiction recovery or behavioral health settings.

  • high school
  • bachelor degree
  • postgraduate degree
  • Case Management
  • Patient Assessment
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Treatment Planning
  • Crisis Intervention
  • Clinical Documentation
  • Individual Counseling
  • Group Counseling
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
  • Medication-Assisted Treatment
  • Relapse Prevention
  • Substance Use Counseling
  • Addiction Recovery

Benefits

  • Dental Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Vision Insurance
  • Medical Insurance
  • Paid vacation
  • Paid sick time
  • 401(k) plan
  • Continuing Education Units
  • Semi-Annual Bonus Program
  • Employer-paid clinical supervision

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Location
South Portland, Maine
Posted
Aug 6, 2026
Closes
Aug 6, 2027
Application
Employer website
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South Portland Comprehensive Treatment Center

South Portland Comprehensive Treatment Center is a premier provider of medically supervised medication-assisted treatment for adults 18 and older. To promote successful recovery from addiction to heroin, prescription painkillers, and other opioids, this center provides effective...

IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypePublic Company
Size11-50 employees
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