McLeod Centers for Wellbeingwas founded in 1969 in Charlotte, North Carolina. It has since grown to be the largest provider of comprehensive substance use disorder treatment in western North Carolina. From initial assessment to customized aftercare, McLeod Centers provides compassionate, steadfast support for our patients’ journey to recovery. We are looking for passionate people to join our team as we work to build a foundation of healing and hope based on equity, education, and evidence-based practice for all communities.

McLeod Centers for Wellbeing is currently accepting applications for a Part-time Substance Use Clinician to work in its Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) program in Gastonia.

What does this position do for the agency? The position is responsible for the following, with other duties as assigned:

• Formulate treatment plan for clients. Monitor clients’ condition to evaluate success of therapy, and adapt treatment as needed.
• Document clients’ progress within required timeframes.
• Staff clients with treatment team and other providers as necessary.
• Counsel clients individually and in group sessions to assist clients in managing their addiction in accordance with state and federal guidelines.
• Counsel family members as needed to assist family members in dealing with addiction and providing support for client.
• Refer client and coordinates care with other support services as needed such as medical evaluation and treatment, social services, housing and employment services.
• Assist the authorization department with documents needed to request treatment authorization.
• Attend clinical supervision, as required.

What are the qualifications needed for this role?
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education/Experience:
Minimum Bachelor's degree in human service field. Master's degree or discipline in Substance Use Disorder/Mental Health preferred.
Certificates/Licenses:
Valid License or Associate License in one or more of the following disciplines: LCAS, LCMHC, LMFT. LCSW, CADC.

What benefits are offered:

• Employee Assistance Program
• Ongoing professional development opportunities with support for continued growth.
• 4 paid hours for 9 observed holidays and 1 floating holiday for part-time staff.
• 4 hours paid for one day in the month of your birthday.

Research indicates that women and underrepresented groups tend to apply for jobs only when they believe they meet 100% of the qualifications. At McLeod Centers, we encourage you to challenge this statistic and apply. It's rare for anyone to meet every qualification. We anticipate your application.