Substance Abuse Counselor MH
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Job Description
The Community Service Board of Middle Georgia is dedicated to providing those we serve with quality innovative behavioral healthcare in a recovery-based environment. CSB of Middle Georgia is recognized as a state leader in comprehensive behavioral healthcare providing integrated cost-effective services.
CSB of Middle Georgia is located in Dublin, Georgia, and the agency currently serves residents of Bleckley, Dodge, Johnson, Laurens, Montgomery, Pulaski, Telfair, Treutlen, Wheeler, and Wilcox counties in Georgia; and in our Ogeechee Behavioral Health Division, serving residents of Burke, Emanuel, Glascock, Jefferson, Jenkins, and Screven counties in Georgia.
We value Quality, Professionalism, Person-Centered, Recovery, Teamwork, Improvement, Accountability, Management of Practicing Information, Wellness, and Financial Stability.
LOCATION: Dublin, GA
The Substance Abuse (SA) Counselor provides counseling, support, and case management services to individuals experiencing challenges related to substance use and co-occurring behavioral health conditions. This role focuses on helping individuals develop recovery goals, build coping skills, and access community resources that support long-term stability and wellness.
Responsibilities of the Substance Abuse Counselor
- Provide direct and collateral substance abuse services in a group setting, per program standards, utilizing evidence-based interventions.
- Complete services consistent with the requirements outlined by CSBMG, DBHDD, HFR, and applicable entities, which includes documentation to be completed as outlined per CSBMG policy.
- Provide support to substance abuse clients and assist with recovery resources.
- Provide individual sessions as needed.
- Complete all documentation in a timely manner according to standards.
- Obtain and maintain credentials and provide proof to supervisor and HR.
- Facilitate Substance Abuse Groups.
- Collaborate with the court system and probation officer when necessary and with proof of release of information.
- Attend all supervision requirements for your certification.
- Completes various other duties as assigned, such as, but not limited to:
- Group
- SA Intakes
Here Are Some of the Things We Require
- High School Diploma/GED Equivalent
- Seeking or willing to obtain Addiction Counselor certification (CCIT)
- Valid Georgia Driver’s License
- Willingness to travel throughout assigned service area
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with diverse communities
- Ability to work independently and in collaboration with others
- Experience with Microsoft 365 Office Products
- Ability to organize, prioritize and meet deadlines accordingly
Here’s What Would Put You Over the Top
- Bachelor's degree in a related field (psychology, counseling, human services, etc.)
- Advanced Addiction Counselor certification (CADCI, CACI, CADCII, or CACII)
- Experience working with individuals with substance use disorders
- experience working with Women’s Treatment and Recovery Services (WTRS)
Benefits of Working with CSB of Middle GA
As a member of our team, you will enjoy our total rewards package to help secure your financial future and preserve your health and well-being, including:
- Medical, Dental & Vision Plan Options!
- Generous Paid-Time Off Policy with Flexibility Companywide!
- 401(k) Plan with Company Match!
- Short- & Long-Term Disability Plans!
- Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)!
- Paid Training Time!
- Opportunities for Career Growth & Advancement!
- & So Much More!
At this time, CSB of Middle Georgia will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.
Final pay rate will be dependent on a combination of qualifications such as experience and education.
Key Responsibilities
The Substance Abuse Counselor provides counseling, support, and case management services to individuals with substance use and co-occurring behavioral health conditions. Responsibilities include facilitating group sessions, completing clinical documentation, and collaborating with community resources and the court system.
Requirements
Candidates must possess a High School Diploma or GED and be willing to obtain an Addiction Counselor certification (CCIT). A valid Georgia Driver’s License and the ability to travel within the service area are required.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Key Skills
Addiction Medicine — Counselor Career Context
Of the 50 active Substance Use / Addiction Counselor listings this role was benchmarked against, 44% are remote, 28% have no call, 76% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for Georgia is 96.3 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 59.8% of Georgia clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Cost of living | Georgia index 96.3 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Substance Use / Addiction Counselor listings in Georgia | 329 active | 13,538 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 44% remote · 28% no call · 76% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Georgia Counselor listings: 7% state a sign-on bonus · 16% offer loan repayment329 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Addiction Medicine listings | 461 in the last 30 days | 259 the 30 days before (+78%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
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