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Acadia Healthcare·Jackson Comprehensive Treatment Center · Jackson, MS

Substance Use Counselor- Master's Level

Behavioral Health / PsychMon–Fri · Days
✓Requirements
Licensure
✓Professional license or DMH credential as a Mental Health Therapist (PCAT, CAT, LCAT)
Education
✓Seeking: Substance Use Counselor- Master's Degree Required
✓Master’s degree in an psychology, counseling, social work, mental health, or human services/behavioral health-related field from an approved educational institution is required.
Qualifications
✓Prior experience & knowledge of MAT (medication- assisted treatment) for opioid use disorder (OUD); holding no negative stigmas or perceptions
✓Strong understanding of substance use disorders, harm reduction principles, and relapse prevention strategies
✓Ability to build rapport quickly and maintain therapeutic relationships with a diverse adult population
✓Skilled in conducting individual and group counseling sessions focused on substance use, trauma, and co-occurring disorders
✓Familiarity with treatment planning, progress notes, and electronic health record (EHR) documentation standards
✓Ability to maintain appropriate clinical boundaries and adhere to confidentiality and ethical guidelines
✓Strong crisis management, de-escalation, and problem-solving skills
✓Knowledge of Mississippi Department of Mental Health (DMH) standards and documentation requirements
✓Basic understanding of ASAM criteria and clinical placement guidelines for levels of care
✓Commitment to culturally competent, person-centered care in a fast-paced outpatient setting
+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)
Pay for this position
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✓You’ll need
Licensure
✓Professional license or DMH credential as a Mental Health Therapist (PCAT, CAT, LCAT)
Education
✓Seeking: Substance Use Counselor- Master's Degree Required
✓Master’s degree in an psychology, counseling, social work, mental health, or human services/behavioral health-related field from an approved educational institution is required.
Qualifications
✓Prior experience & knowledge of MAT (medication- assisted treatment) for opioid use disorder (OUD); holding no negative stigmas or perceptions
✓Strong understanding of substance use disorders, harm reduction principles, and relapse prevention strategies
✓Ability to build rapport quickly and maintain therapeutic relationships with a diverse adult population
✓Skilled in conducting individual and group counseling sessions focused on substance use, trauma, and co-occurring disorders
✓Familiarity with treatment planning, progress notes, and electronic health record (EHR) documentation standards
✓Ability to maintain appropriate clinical boundaries and adhere to confidentiality and ethical guidelines
✓Strong crisis management, de-escalation, and problem-solving skills
✓Knowledge of Mississippi Department of Mental Health (DMH) standards and documentation requirements
✓Basic understanding of ASAM criteria and clinical placement guidelines for levels of care
✓Commitment to culturally competent, person-centered care in a fast-paced outpatient setting
+Benefits
Semi-Annual Bonus ProgramMedical, Dental, and Vision insuranceCompetitive 401(k) planPaid vacation and sick time

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About the role

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