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Wesley Behavioral Health Services
Asheville, North Carolina

Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor/ Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist

Addiction CounselorFull-Time

Listed compensation

$18 - $25/hr

The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed

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Posted 4mo ago

Job Description

Job Title: LCAS or CADC- Providing services in Asheville and surrounding areas

Job Summary

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Substance Abuse Counselor to join our CST team. In this role, you will provide essential counseling and support to individuals struggling with substance use disorders. You’ll conduct client assessments, develop personalized treatment plans, and use therapeutic interventions to guide clients on their path to recovery.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

  • Facilitate individual counseling sessions focused on recovery and behavioral change
  • Apply evidence-based therapeutic techniques such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Support clients in building coping skills and relapse prevention strategies
  • Collaborate with healthcare professionals including physicians, therapists, and social workers
  • Maintain accurate, confidential client records in accordance with HIPAA and clinical standards
  • Provide crisis intervention and support when needed
  • Attend weekly CST meetings
  • Must be willing to travel between clients

Qualifications and Experience

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, or a related field
  • Valid licensure or certification as a Substance Abuse Counselor (e. g., CADC, LCAS)
  • Experience working with individuals with substance use disorders
  • Familiarity with evidence-based treatment modalities, including CBT and trauma-informed care
  • Strong knowledge of crisis intervention and medical records documentation
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work with diverse populations

Job Details

  • Job Types: Full-time
  • Pay: Dependent on Licensure. CADC- $ 18.00-23.00 per hour, LCAS- $25.00+ per hour
  • Work Location: In person, Community Based

About Wesley

Wesley Behavioral Health Services LLC is a behavioral health provider in North Carolina dedicated to meeting the needs of individuals and families in our communities. Our mission is to provide therapeutic mental health and addiction services to individuals exhibiting severe or persistent high-risk behaviors and/or those diagnosed with mental health disorders. We are committed to providing a safe, structured environment supported by evidence-based therapeutic services.

If you’re passionate about supporting individuals through recovery and want to make a lasting impact, we encourage you to apply and join our team of dedicated professionals.

Key Responsibilities

Provide essential counseling and support to individuals with substance use disorders through assessments and personalized treatment plans. Facilitate individual sessions using evidence-based techniques and collaborate with healthcare professionals to guide clients toward recovery.

Requirements

Requires a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Counseling, Psychology, or Social Work, along with valid CADC or LCAS licensure. Candidates must have experience with substance use disorders and familiarity with CBT and trauma-informed care.

Qualifications

Education
Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Client AssessmentTreatment PlanningHIPAA ComplianceInterpersonal CommunicationClinical Documentation

Addiction Medicine — Counselor Career Context

The cost-of-living index for North Carolina is 94.3 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$45k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $47k in an average-cost state. 59.2% of North Carolina clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

What does the Substance Use / Addiction Counselor market look like in North Carolina?
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Work-life score7.2 / 10 · top 10% in substance use / addiction counselorranked against 1,008 Substance Use / Addiction Counselor listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$47k in purchasing powerNorth Carolina index 94.3 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Substance Use / Addiction Counselor listings in North Carolina506 active13,556 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (1,008 Substance Use / Addiction Counselor listings), BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor/ Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist at Wesley Behavioral Health Services a 7.2 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 10% in Substance Use / Addiction Counselor — ranked against 1,008 active Substance Use / Addiction Counselor listings on WeekdayDoc.

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Work-life snapshot

median 6.1this job 7.2
Among the best 10% of Substance Use / Addiction Counselor listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 1,008 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About Wesley Behavioral Health Services

Mental Health Care
Charlotte, North Carolina
11-50 employees

Living in Asheville

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$451k
Typical market rent
$1,726/mo
Residents’ average commute
18 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
96.5
State income tax
Up to 4.8%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Asheville, NC metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.