Certified Substance Abuse Counselor (Supervisees Welcome!)
Listed compensation
$22-$27.5/hr
The week, per this posting
Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations and weekend coverage.
Job Description
About the Role
Join ALIGN INTEGRATED CARE PLLC as a Certified Substance Abuse Counselor in Sandston, VA! We are looking for compassionate professionals to help individuals on their journey to recovery, providing support and guidance in a nurturing environment.
Responsibilities
- Conduct individual and group counseling sessions for clients dealing with substance abuse issues.
- Develop and implement personalized treatment plans tailored to each client's needs.
- Case management assessments, activities, progress.
- Monitor client progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary.
- Provide crisis intervention and support to clients in need.
- Facilitate educational workshops and support groups for clients and their families.
- Maintain accurate and confidential client records in compliance with regulations.
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive care.
- Stay updated on best practices and trends in substance abuse treatment.
Requirements
- Valid certification as a Substance Abuse Counselor (CSAC or equivalent).
- Experience in counseling individuals with substance use disorders.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively within a team setting.
- Compassionate and non-judgmental demeanor towards clients.
- Documentation of assessments, treatment plans, individual notes, group notes, case management activities, and discharge summaries
- Knowledge of state and federal regulations regarding substance abuse treatment.
- Willingness to supervise and mentor new counselors.
- Commitment to ongoing professional development and training.
About Us
ALIGN INTEGRATED CARE PLLC has been serving the community for over 5 years, providing exceptional care and support for individuals struggling with mental health and substance abuse. Our clients appreciate our holistic approach, while our employees value a supportive workplace that fosters growth and collaboration.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Certified Substance Abuse Counselor (Supervisees Welcome!) at ALIGN INTEGRATED CARE P a 6.6 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 25% in Addiction Medicine (Counseling) — ranked against 1,299 active Addiction Medicine (Counseling) listings on WeekdayDoc.
Addiction Medicine — Counselor Career Context
Of the 50 active Substance Use / Addiction Counselor listings this role was benchmarked against, 44% are remote, 40% have no call, 58% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for Virginia is 101.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$51k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $51k in an average-cost state. 61.1% of Virginia clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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