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Comprehensive Treatment Centers

Substance Use Counselor

Comprehensive Treatment Centers, Taunton, Massachusetts, us, 02780

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Substance Use Counselor Taunton Comprehensive Treatment Center (CTC), located in Taunton, MA, is part of Acadia Healthcare's Comprehensive Treatment Centers—the nation's leader in medication‑assisted treatment (MAT) for individuals seeking recovery from opioid use disorder. We provide a continuum of care that includes Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT), Office‑Based Addiction Treatment (OBAT), Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP), and mobile treatment units. Our approach to holistic addiction care extends beyond clinical treatment, incorporating recovery coaching, community outreach, and partnerships to ensure patients receive comprehensive, patient‑centered support.

Benefits

Semi‑Annual Bonus Program

Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

Competitive 401(k) with employer match

Paid vacation and sick leave

Employer‑paid clinical supervision (free to employees)

Free and unlimited access to 500+ accredited Continuing Education Units (CEUs)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) supporting your mental health & well‑being

Industry‑leading growth and development opportunities

Working Hours Full‑time Early Morning Schedule: Monday – Friday, 6:00 AM – 2:00 PM. Designed to encourage a healthy work‑life balance.

Role 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.

Conduct initial assessments as well as follow‑up assessments.

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

Plan after‑care 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.

Required Education

Master’s Degree in a relevant field, or one of the following credentials: CAC, CAS, CADC, CRC, LADC, LICSW, LCSW, LMHC, or LMFT.

Bachelor’s Degree holders without credentials are encouraged to apply if they are committed to obtaining required credentials within 30‑60 days of employment.

For Bachelor’s‑level candidates, we provide reimbursement for licensing or certification exam fees to support credential attainment.

Degree obtained must be in psychology, social work, or related health services field from an accredited college or university.

Your Skills & Experience

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

Candidates who do not hold a Master’s degree must possess one of the following certifications or commit to obtaining it within 60 days of hire: CAC, CAS, CADC, CRC, LADC, LICSW, LCSW, LMHC, LMFT.

We provide reimbursement for licensing or certification exam fees to support credential attainment.

Location Massachusetts

Salary Range $29.00 – $36.00 per hour

Additional Benefits Eligible positions may qualify for student loan forgiveness through HRSA, depending on clinic site eligibility.

EEO Statement 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.

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