Mental Health Counselor / Substance Abuse Counselor

Better Together Wellness Center is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Substance Abuse Counselor and/or Mental Health Counselor to join our growing behavioral health team. We provide comprehensive, evidence-based care for individuals experiencing substance use disorders, mental health conditions, and co-occurring disorders through individual counseling, group therapy, psychiatric medication management, SAIOP, SACOT, and Mental Health Intensive Outpatient (MH-IOP) services.

Our goal is to provide high-quality, compassionate care that helps patients build healthier, more fulfilling lives. We believe recovery is possible and are committed to creating an environment where patients feel supported, respected, and empowered throughout their treatment. As part of our practice, Christian faith-based counseling is available for patients who request it and is always provided in an ethical, patient-centered manner. Clinicians are not required to provide faith-based counseling but should be respectful of and supportive of our practice's mission and values.

Whether your passion is addiction treatment, mental health counseling, or co-occurring disorders, you'll join a collaborative team committed to delivering coordinated, whole-person care.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive substance use and mental health assessments.
• Develop individualized, person-centered treatment plans.
• Provide individual, family, and group counseling services within your scope of practice.
• Facilitate SAIOP, SACOT, and/or Mental Health IOP groups as assigned.
• Utilize evidence-based interventions including Motivational Interviewing (MI), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), relapse prevention, trauma-informed care, and other clinically appropriate treatment approaches.
• Integrate Christian faith-based counseling when requested by the patient and within your clinical competency.
• Complete timely, accurate, and Medicaid-compliant clinical documentation in the electronic health record.
• Collaborate with medication management providers, primary care providers, hospitals, Drug Treatment Courts, probation officers, MAT providers, schools, and community agencies to coordinate patient care.
• Provide crisis intervention, safety planning, and referrals to higher levels of care when clinically indicated.
• Participate in supervision, clinical consultation, and ongoing professional development as applicable.
• Maintain compliance with all federal and state regulations, payer requirements, and professional ethical standards.

Qualifications

• North Carolina licensure or certification preferred, including:
• LCAS or LCAS-A
• CADC or CADC-I
• LCMHC or LCMHC-A
• LCSW or LCSWA
• LMFT or LMFTA
• Master's degree in Counseling, Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, Addiction Studies, or a related behavioral health field (or certification requirements applicable to CADC positions).
• Experience treating substance use disorders, mental health conditions, or co-occurring disorders preferred.
• Experience facilitating psychoeducational or process groups is preferred but not required.
• Appreciation for working within a practice that offers optional Christian faith-based counseling for patients who desire it.
• Strong assessment, documentation, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating within a multidisciplinary team.
• Experience with electronic health records and telehealth platforms is preferred.

What We Offer

• Competitive 1099 compensation
• Flexible scheduling with full-time and part-time opportunities
• Full administrative support, including scheduling, insurance verification, billing, and patient communications
• Opportunities to provide outpatient counseling, SAIOP, SACOT, MH-IOP, and specialty groups
• Collaborative team environment with therapists, substance use counselors, and psychiatric medication management providers
• Professional growth, mentorship, and supervision opportunities where applicable
• A positive workplace culture that values compassion, integrity, teamwork, clinical excellence, and continuous learning

If you are passionate about helping individuals and families overcome addiction, improve mental health, and achieve lasting recovery, we would love to hear from you. Join Better Together Wellness Center and become part of a team dedicated to providing exceptional behavioral healthcare to our community.

Pay: $40.00 - $120.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Fayetteville, NC 28314

Salary : $40 - $120