Drug And Alcohol Counselor

Company Description Dilworth Center - Drug and Alcohol Rehab is a non-profit outpatient treatment organization founded in 1990, serving Charlotte and the surrounding North and South Carolina regions. The center provides effective and affordable treatment services for individuals experiencing alcoholism and drug addiction, grounded in evidence-based practices and 12-step facilitation. Its comprehensive approach addresses both substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders, emphasizing dignity, respect, and high-quality care. An experienced and compassionate team focuses on long-term recovery, helping restore relationships, reconcile families, and transform lives. Dilworth Center is committed to offering hope, support, and recovery to individuals and families in crisis.

Role Description The Drug and Alcohol Counselor is a part-time, on-site role based in Charlotte, NC. This position involves conducting assessments, developing individualized treatment plans, and facilitating individual and group counseling sessions for clients with substance use disorders and co-occurring conditions. The counselor collaborates with multidisciplinary team members to coordinate care, monitor progress, and adjust treatment strategies as needed. Day-to-day responsibilities include providing relapse prevention support, maintaining accurate clinical documentation, engaging family members when appropriate, and ensuring services align with evidence-based practices and organizational policies. The counselor also participates in case reviews, staff meetings, and ongoing training to support quality of care and professional development.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability in Treatment Planning and Case Management for individuals with substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders.
• Knowledge of Chemical Dependency and Psychology sufficient to conduct assessments, provide counseling, and coordinate appropriate interventions.
• Skills in Relapse Prevention, including developing coping strategies, recovery plans, and support systems tailored to each client.
• Relevant certification or licensure (e.g., CADC, LCAS, LCSW, LPC, or equivalent) in counseling or addiction treatment, in accordance with North Carolina requirements.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in counseling, social work, psychology, or a closely related field preferred.
• Experience working in outpatient substance use treatment or similar behavioral health settings.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and documentation skills, with the ability to engage clients and families respectfully and effectively.
• Commitment to evidence-based practices, ethical standards, and culturally responsive care.