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Substance Use Counselor

Huntington Comprehensive Treatment Center·Huntington, West Virginia

Full TimeOn Site2-5 yrsPosted 12 days ago
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Substance Use Counselor

How this role compares

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  • 58 similar openings in the Huntington area · median $41,740

About the role

The Substance Use Counselor provides compassionate individual and group counseling to patients in an opioid treatment program. Responsibilities include developing treatment plans, documenting patient progress, and providing crisis intervention and case management.

Overview Outpatient MAT Opioid Treatment Program Seeking

  • Substance
  • Use
  • Counselor
  • Full-Time
  • Hours:
  • Monday-Friday 5am-130pm
  • 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: Huntington Comprehensive Treatment Center (CTC), located in Huntington, WV, is part of Acadia Healthcare's Comprehensive Treatment Centers, the leading provider of medication-assisted treatment in the nation. Our mission is to provide full-circle care that includes a blend of therapies and the use of safe and effective medications. Our team is the front line of our fight against the opiate epidemic.
  • 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. Eligible positions may qualify for student loan forgiveness through HRSA, depending on clinic site eligibility.
  • Check your eligibility here: HRSA Eligibility

Qualifications

Education, Skills and Qualifications: Bachelor's or Master's degree in social or health services field required 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: Not required, position applicable to the following: ADC, AADC, PLC, LPC, BSW, MSW 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

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Bachelor's or Master's degree in a social or health services field. Previous experience in addiction recovery or behavioral health settings is required, along with familiarity with MAT and clinical documentation standards.

  • bachelor degree
  • postgraduate degree
  • Treatment planning
  • Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT)
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Motivational Interviewing (MI)
  • Individual counseling
  • Group counseling
  • Crisis intervention
  • Patient assessment
  • Case management
  • Multidisciplinary collaboration
  • Behavioral health
  • Clinical documentation
  • Relapse prevention
  • Substance use counseling
  • Addiction recovery

Benefits

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

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Location
Huntington, West Virginia
Posted
Aug 27, 2026
Closes
Aug 27, 2027
Application
Employer website
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Hiring organization

Huntington Comprehensive Treatment Center

Huntington 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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Market context

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Substance use counselors in West Virginia are often sought in behavioral health, recovery, and community care settings, where employers value experience with addiction treatment and familiarity with MAT and evidence-based practices. Competition can be stronger for candidates who pair a social or health services degree with direct recovery experience and comfort working with diverse client needs. Review the AI-summarized job requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit, then highlight your hands-on counseling experience and treatment approach in your application.

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