Addictions Counselor Jobs in the United States

Whitney M. Young Jr. Health Center

Albany, NY

The Behavioral Health Clinician (BHC) Whitney Young Health serves as a member of the multidisciplinary team providing recovery-oriented care to individuals with substance use disorders (SUD), co-occurring mental health conditions and chronic co-morbid health issues in the Office of Addictions Services and Supports (OASAS) licensed treatment program(s). Strong assessment and diagnostic skills; Knowledge of recovery concepts, self-help groups, and community resources; Provides excellent customer service and demonstrates a high level of cultural competency; Ability to adhere to strict confidentiality guidelines; Working knowledge of computers and electronic health records.

Sevita

$60000 - $65000

Lawrence, MA

If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals and families, we encourage you to join Mentor South Bay’s mission of helping everyone live a full and happy life. Mentor South Bay, provides Early Intervention, Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA), Behavioral Health and Mental Health Outpatient services across Massachusetts and Connecticut.

Sevita

Sarasota, FL

In a variety of locations and community-based settings, we offer a range of programs, including vocational and therapy programs, day treatments, and specialized services for infants, children, adolescents, Military Service Members and Veterans. NeuroRestorative, a part of the Sevita family, provides rehabilitation services for people of all ages with brain, spinal cord and medically complex injuries, illnesses and other challenges.

Aspire Health Partners

ORLANDO, FL

As a Parent Counselor in the FITT/DOTT program at Aspire Health Partners, your job purpose will be to provide a variety of services to assist child welfare-referred clients in obtaining and maintaining stability. Aspire operates the Family Intensive Treatment Team (FITT) and Dependency Outpatient Treatment Team (DOTT) in partnership with the Department of Children and Families.

NRT | Foundry Treatment Center

$23.2 - $26.68

Steamboat Springs, CO

Counselors assess the needs of clients, create service plans, and execute and evaluate those plans while ensuring the safety of residents. The Residential Counselor I provides daily support, guidance, and care for clients and helps maintain the safety of those in treatment.

Comhar Inc.

Philadelphia, PA

With programs that include outpatient treatment, residential services, community-based recovery centers, supportive housing, and specialized services for children, families, and diverse populations, COMHAR delivers person-centered care rooted in dignity, respect, and community integration. systematic in multidisciplinary team meetings, individual supervision, group supervision to review progress on cases to ensure communication and comprehensive approach to treatment including collaborating with external teams to ensure coordination between systems; participates in supervision/meetings aimed to enhance skills related to providing effective care.

Comhar Inc.

Philadelphia, PA

With programs that include outpatient treatment, residential services, community-based recovery centers, supportive housing, and specialized services for children, families, and diverse populations, COMHAR delivers person-centered care rooted in dignity, respect, and community integration. systematic in multidisciplinary team meetings, individual supervision, group supervision to review progress on cases to ensure communication and comprehensive approach to treatment including collaborating with external teams to ensure coordination between systems; participates in supervision/meetings aimed to enhance skills related to providing effective care.

Everest Recovery Centers LLC

Saco, ME

We help people rebuild their self-esteem and reestablish their roles as productive family members through our services, which include medication-assisted treatment; diagnostic assessment, relapse prevention and support groups, addiction education, counseling, and more. The primary role of the counselor is to provide services to individuals with a primary diagnosis of an Opiate Use Disorder utilizing the 12 Core Functions of Substance Use Disorder Counseling.

Northstar Behavioral Health Network

Fergus Falls, MN

Northstar Behavioral Health Network is a team of professionals that specialize in serving those battling substance use disorders, specifically Opioid Use Disorder and Stimulant Use Disorder. Exhibits knowledge of core competencies in relation to working with co-occurring disorders through continuing education and implementing skills into all aspects of treatment.

Windsor Healthcare Recruitment Group, Inc.

$1840

Vallejo, CA

Certification in either CTRS, or Drama Therapy (preferred), or certified/registered Music Therapy, of certified/registered Art Therapy, or certified/registered Movement/Dance Therapy, or Yoga Therapy (C-IAYT with a specialization in Trauma Sensitive Yoga, or TCTSY-F). 6 months experience in inpatient psych that includes kids, teens, and adults.

Brightview Health

Forest, VA

If you excel in a dynamic counseling environment, possess a profound understanding of addiction therapy, and are committed to delivering quality care, your role will be crucial in shaping the future of our therapeutic programs. ResponsibilitiesCLINICAL CARE:Plan and conduct group therapy sessions and patient intake assessments based on clinic needs and best-practice guidelines.

Brightview Health

Port Clinton, OH

If you excel in a dynamic counseling environment, possess a profound understanding of addiction therapy, and are committed to delivering quality care, your role will be crucial in shaping the future of our therapeutic programs. OverviewAre you a dedicated and experienced Counselor with a passion for assisting individuals on their journey towards recovery?

Acruex Health

$1600 - $1760

Brasstown, NC

Provide clinical services and patient care and education and opiate addiction counseling services to patients receiving methadone maintenance and detoxification treatment. Conducts comprehensive patient assessments and the development and implementation of patient treatment plans according to State OTP regulations.

Volunteers of America, Dakotas

Sioux Falls, SD

The Outpatient Addictions Counselor provides both virtual and face-to-face substance use counseling and treatment services to individuals and their families, playing a crucial role in our mission to transform lives through dedicated service. A significant focus of this role is working with justice-impacted and criminally involved individuals, offering specialized care and support to help them overcome substance use challenges and rebuild their lives.

STEPS Detox

$45000 - $55000

Lake Charles, LA

Ability to speak clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions; demonstrates group presentation skills; and participates in meetings. Ability to positively interact and develop rapport with patients and their families, professional support staff, team members and various individuals from the community agencies.

Impact Employment Solutions

Norristown, PA

Key Responsibilities:Collaborate with various departments, including Primary Care, Integrated Behavioral Health, and Outreach teams, to provide comprehensive care coordination for Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) program patients. Salary: $25.11 | PHAbout the Role: We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Certified Addictions Counselor (CAC) to join our progressive, interdisciplinary team.

Resources for Human Development

$22.13

New Orleans, Louisiana

Provides ongoing support for clients in areas of their daily living situation; assist client to build resilience through focusing on interpersonal skills, maintenance of mental needs with particular focus on substance abuse issues, educational needs, connecting to work training, fulfilling their legal obligations in order to remain in the community. The Certified Addictions Counselor will be primarily responsible for enrollment of patients into care/ new patient intake, coordination of Suboxone inductions, patient education, naloxone training, peer support groups, counseling, coordination of referrals, community outreach and administrative support duties.

Delta-T Group Inc.

Elmer, New Jersey

Contract Contact: Contract Submit NJOffice Email: NJContracts@deltatg.comOffice Phone: 800-426-0932Office Address: 1460 Route 9 North, Suite 300, Woodbridge, NJ 07095. Delta-T Group is a referral service for self-employed independent contractors seeking behavioral healthcare education and social service supplemental marketplace opportunities.

Delta-T Group Inc.

Newark, NJ

Delta-T Group's mission is to provide cost-effective, reliable referrals, and innovative referral solutions, for the social services, behavioral health, allied health and special education fields, for the betterment of independent behavioral health professionals seeking new opportunities and those needing care and support. Contract Contact: Contract Submit NJOffice Email: NJContracts@deltatg.comOffice Phone: 800-426-0932Office Address: 1460 Route 9 North, Suite 300, Woodbridge, NJ 07095.

Crawford Thomas Recruiting

Pasadena, MD

Unlike large corporate settings, we take pride in treating our employees and clients like family, ensuring a close-knit, supportive atmosphere for everyone. Our client is a compassionate inpatient addictions treatment center located in beautiful Pasadena, Maryland.

Delta-T Group Inc.

Trenton, New Jersey

Contract Contact: Contract Submit NJOffice Email: NJContracts@deltatg.comOffice Phone: 800-426-0932Office Address: 1460 Route 9 North, Suite 300, Woodbridge, NJ 07095. Delta-T Group is a referral service for self-employed independent contractors seeking behavioral healthcare education and social service supplemental marketplace opportunities.

Sierra Health and Wellness Centers

$90000 - $115000

Sacramento, CA

Sierra Health and Wellness is a California network of leading behavioral health and rehab centers for adults and families who suffer from addiction to alcohol, opiates, amphetamines and other addictive substances. Pay may consider several factors including but not limited to internal equity, experience, specialty, training, hours/shifts worked, business need, and education.

Helen Ross McNabb Center

Morristown, TN

If you’re ready to make a real impact in your community and begin or grow your career in mental health and social services, the McNabb Center offers a wide variety of rewarding opportunities in East Tennessee. Moreover, management reserves the right to change job descriptions, job duties, or working schedules based on their duty to accommodate individuals with disabilities.

Bright Harbor Healthcare

Toms River, NJ

A team consists of a psychiatrist, advanced practice nurse, nurses, clinicians, co-occurring specialists, vocational specialists, mental health specialists, and peer mental health specialists. Programs in Assertive Community Treatment (PACT) is an evidence-based outreach program to help people with serious mental illness integrate into the community.

Delta-T Group Inc.

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Contract Contact: Contract Submit PA BehavOffice Email: PABehavContracts@deltatg.comOffice Phone: 800-251-8501Office Address: 950 E Haverford Road, Suite 200, Bryn Mawr, PA 19010. Delta-T Group's mission is to provide cost-effective, reliable, and innovative referral solutions for the social-services, behavioral-health, allied-health and special-education fields, for the betterment of those needing care and support.

Matrix Providers

Bremerton, WA

Matrix Providers is hiring a Substance Abuse Counselor to join our team of talented professionals who provide health care services to our Military Service Members and their families in at Naval Hospital Bremerton/ Bremerton, WA. Perform a full range of Certified Addiction Counselor duties, in accordance with assignment and consistent with the scope of practice for profession, including but not limited to, medical care treatment and patient education in a knowledgeable, skillful, consistent, and continuous manner.

Cynet Health

$2166

Bayard, IA

The nurse-to-patient ratio during the night shift includes one nurse, with 2-3 behavioral health technicians on duty from 7 PM to 11 PM. This position involves working in an inpatient substance abuse treatment facility for adults aged 18 and older.

Cynet Health

$1966

Westfield, PA

Job Title: Counselor I Profession: Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) Specialty: Behavioral Health Duration: 13 weeks Shift: Days Hours per Shift: 8 hours (8:30 AM - 5:00 PM) Experience: Counseling internship/practicum experience required License: Must be licensed in PA Certifications: Acceptable disciplines include LMSW, LCSW, LISW, LMHC, LMFT, LPC with addictions recovery experience Must-Have: Bachelor’s degree in social or health services Description: The Counselor I supports clients recovering from substance use disorders, behavioral challenges, and co-occurring issues. This role includes providing assessments, facilitating groups, supporting treatment planning, and offering crisis intervention.

Mindlance Health

$1946

Westfield, PA

This roleincludes providing assessments, facilitating groups, supporting treatmentplanning, and offering crisis intervention.

ERP International

Camp Lejeune, NC

Job Specific Details and Tasks: The duties for the HCW include but are not limited to the following: Perform a full range of Certified Addiction Counselor duties, in accordance with assignment and consistent with the scope of practice for profession, including but not limited to, medical care treatment and patient education in a knowledgeable, skillful, consistent, and continuous manner. * Certification: Maintain a national certification credential by the National Association of Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselors or National Board of Certification Counselors or International Certification & Reciprocity Consortium/Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse.

TechLink Systems, Inc.

Bayard, IA

open to Out of state licensure as long as the can practice in Iowa Must have valid CADC, ICADC or ability to obtain within 6 months* Required Experience: 2+ year professional working with patients in a recovery setting. Dress Code: Business casual Documentation: EHR-HCS Shift: 40 hours a week with rotating weekend.

Vista Counseling & Wellness Center

$53165 - $127140

Portland, OR

The ideal candidate will be a licensed therapist with a proven track record of successfully helping couples overcome their challenges and strengthen their relationships. Monthly automatic bank deposits based on all sessions provided during the previous month-(no need to wait for protracted insurance reimbursement).

Whitney M. Young Jr. Health Center

Albany, NY

Bachelor’s degree in a qualifying field and two (2) years of experience in providing direct services to adult with severe and persistent mental illness, developmental disabilities, or alcoholism/substance abuse; OR linking individuals with SPMI, I/DD or alcoholism/substance abuse to a broad range of services essential to successful living in a community setting (e.g., medical, psychiatric, social, educational, legal, housing and financial services. While addressing the medical, behavioral health, community services and social determinants of health for program participants with the highest needs-possessing severe persistent mental illness and co-occurring substance use disorders and chronic medical conditions.

Mindlance Health

$1893.5

Bayard, IA

Must have valid CADC,ICADC or ability to obtain within 6 months* Required Experience:2+ year professional working with patients in a recovery setting. EMR: HCS - electronicAdditional Information: Voluntary patients, norestraints, Admin on call and Doctor on call at all times, no on-site security.

SENIOR CARE THERAPY

$80000 - $125000

Baltimore, MD

As a clinician owned and operated company, SCT takes pride in providing supportive counseling through patient-centered psychology services that has a meaningful impact on residents' mood, functioning, and overall quality of life. Senior Care Therapy is seeking full-time or part-time Licensed Psychologists to join our mission of providing in-person psychotherapy services to the geriatric population.

Geisinger

Waverly, PA

Family-friendly support including adoption and fertility assistance, parental leave pay, military leave pay and a free Care.com membership with discounted backup care for your loved ones. Full Time Days 8am - 4:30pm; REQUIRES: Bachelor's Degree AND One year related experience; previous addiction treatment experience strongly preferred.

Emory Healthcare

Atlanta, Georgia

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS (Medium Max 25lbs): up to 25 lbs, 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 11-25 lbs, 34-66% of the workday (frequently); 01-10 lbs, 67-100% of the workday (constantly); Lifting 25 lbs max; Carrying of objects up to 25 lbs; Occasional to frequent standing & walking, Occasional sitting, Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing), Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks. Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure Bio-hazardous waste Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors Communicable diseases Electrical shock, Floor Surfaces, Hot/Cold Temperatures, Indoor/Outdoor conditions, Latex, Lighting, Patient care/handling injuries, Radiation, Shift work, Travel may be required.

TechLink Systems, Inc.

Westfield, PA

Total Weekly Hours: 40 About the Role: The Counselor I supports clients recovering from substance use disorders, behavioral challenges, and co occurring issues. This role includes providing assessments, facilitating groups, supporting treatment planning, and offering crisis intervention.

GTT

Lowell, MA

This role plays a vital part in maintaining a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment while providing both medical and emotional support to individuals receiving inpatient recovery services. This position is ideal for someone who is motivated to make a positive impact in the lives of individuals struggling with addiction and who thrives in a structured, overnight care setting.

Helen Ross McNabb Center

Chattanooga, TN

This position requires certification in and adequate implementation of verbal and physical de-escalation techniques that include a wide range of bodily movements including but not limited to grasping, holding another person, going down on knees, running, and walking. Education / License: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master's Degree in Psychology, Marriage and Family therapy, Community Agency Counseling, Social Work, or other closely related field of study.

Geisinger

Waverly, PA

SAFETY: We provide a safe environment for our patients and members and the Geisinger family We offer healthcare benefits for full time and part time positions from day one, including vision, dental and domestic partners. Our patients, members and community come from a wide variety of backgrounds, and it takes a diverse workforce to make better health easier for all.

Abilene Recovery Council

$250 - $600

Abilene, TX

Willingness to travel to outreach locations 1–2 times per week (mileage reimbursed monthly at the state rate, averaging $250–$600/month). You’ll also collaborate with community partners to address substance use issues on a broader scale—helping to build healthier, stronger communities across our region.

Abilene Recovery Council

Abilene, TX

This program supports parents and families across Abilene and the 30 counties of HHSC Region 2 who are at risk for substance use disorders—especially parents expecting a child or raising children under six years of age, including those involved with the Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS). As a Clinical Case Manager, you’ll provide trauma-informed, family-centered services that help parents build healthier lifestyles, nurture stronger bonds with their children, and access the resources they need for lasting recovery.

CorrHealth

Brighton, CO

The Licensed Addiction Counselor position provides substance use disorder services to the inmate population, to include formal and informal behavioral health evaluations, diagnostic assessments, and clinical interventions. Correctional Nurse / Correctional Healthcare / Correctional Nursing / Corrections / County Corrections / Corrections Nurse / Corrections Healthcare / Correctional Medicine / Forensic Nursing / Jail Nursing.  .

Cayuga Health System

$24 - $29

Cortland, NY

Centralus Health System and its affiliates are committed to treating all patients, providers, staff and volunteers equitably and with dignity, ensuring the highest levels of safety, care and respect, and striving to recognize and overcome biases and policies that contribute to disparities in healthcare access, equitable care and positive health outcomes for all.  . More than a group of experienced caregivers, Centralus Health is a partnership of advocates who strive to eliminate barriers to better health, innovating and evolving services in our communities for enhanced holistic care close to home.

Kaiser Permanente

Vancouver, WA

Experience working in an integrated healthcare setting including primary care services + Experience or specialized training in treating adolescents with substance use disorders + Experience or specialized training in family therapy and working with family members that have a family member with a substance use disorder + Experience or specialized training in treating trauma + Experience in applying Motivational Interviewing techniques to engage and triage new patients + Experience working with an interdisciplinary treatment team including medical providers + Experience working with patients that are receiving either prescribed or dispensed medications for substance use disorders + Experience using Feedback Informed Care tools in direct patient care + Experience providing crisis management services + Experience working with electronic health record systems + Certified Addiction Counselor in practicing state required at time of hire/transfer, and Current license to treat mental health disorders without restriction, LPC, LMFT, LCSW, LICSW, LMHC in practicing state required at time of hire/transfer. License, Certification, Registration + Substance Use Disorder Professional Trainee Certification (Washington) required at hire OR Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (Oregon) required at hire OR Substance Use Disorder Professional License (Washington) required at hire OR Professional Counselor License (Oregon) required at hire OR Drug and Alcohol Counselor Certificate (Oregon) required at hire OR Licensed Clinical Social Worker (Oregon) required at hire + National Provider Identifier required at hire Additional Requirements: + Thorough and working knowledge of current best practice treatment for; adolescents and adults and their family members needing substance use disorder treatment services; including treatment principles for individual, family, and group counseling; and treatment/intervention options for common co-occurring mental health disorders.

TAG MedStaffing

Bronx, NY

Responsibilities as the Addiction Counselor (CASAC):Assessment & Service Planning: Conduct initial and annual substance use assessments and collaborate with clients and staff to create and update treatment plans. In this role, you will advocate for clients by connecting them to community resources, promoting harm reduction strategies, and supporting long-term recovery.

Maryland Treatment Centers, Inc.

Baltimore, MD

Must have minimum of Alcohol and Drug Trainee Status or one of the following certification or license with the State of Maryland: Licensed Graduate Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LGADC), Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor (LGPC), Licensed Graduate Social Worker (LGSW), Certified Associate Counselor-Alcohol and Drug (CAC-AD) or Certified Supervised Counselor-Alcohol and Drug (CSC-AD). Clinical services include assessment, residential/inpatient treatment, detoxification, partial hospitalization programming, intensive outpatient programming, outpatient services, dual diagnosis and mental health treatment, special education, and prevention services.