Substance Use Counselor

Outpatient MAT Opioid Treatment Program Now Hiring

• Substance
• Use
• Counselor
• Our
• Team: 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.
• Full
• Time
• Hours:
• Early morning schedule that encourages a great work-life balance: DAYS/HOURS M-F 6a-2p Why Work With Us?
• Benefits
• Include: 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
• Transforming
• Lives with
• Community &
• Compassion: With 14 outpatient opioid treatment programs (OTPs) across Massachusetts and Rhode Island, we’re breaking down barriers to care and supporting long-term recovery. Our CTC clinics partner with nursing homes, justice systems, and community groups to provide holistic, patient-centered care. From wellness initiatives and holiday celebrations to yoga and animal therapy, we foster a supportive environment for healing and whole-person well-being.

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. Compensation for roles at Taunton CTC varies depending on a wide array of factors including but not limited to the specific location, role, skill set, and level of experience. Taunton CTC provides a reasonable hourly range of compensation for roles that may be hired in Massachusetts as set forth below.