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Camp Lejeune, North Carolina

Certified Addictions Counselor (CADC / LCAS) – Camp Lejeune, NC

CounselorIncludes callNo weekendsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$70k-$71k

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Job Description

  • Certified Addictions Counselor (CADC / LCAS) – Camp Lejeune, NC Substance Abuse Rehabilitation Program (SARP)
  • Location: Camp Lejeune, North Carolina
  • Facility: Naval Medical Center Camp Lejeune
  • Department: Substance Abuse Rehabilitation Program (SARP)
  • Schedule: Full-Time, Monday–Friday
  • Hours: 8-hour shifts scheduled between 6:00 AM and 8:00 PM
  • No Weekends, Federal Holidays, or On-Call Requirements

Position Overview

MDPerm is seeking a Certified Addictions Counselor to support the Substance Abuse Rehabilitation Program (SARP) at Naval Medical Center Camp Lejeune, North Carolina.

The specialist will support substance abuse and chemical dependency treatment services for military healthcare beneficiaries, working alongside a multidisciplinary healthcare team in a military medical treatment facility.

Key Responsibilities

Provide substance abuse and chemical dependency counseling services within the scope of professional qualifications and assigned responsibilities.

  • Support patient care and rehabilitation activities within the Substance Abuse Rehabilitation Program.
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care and clinic activities.
  • Participate in applicable Family Advocacy Program activities, including documentation and reporting.
  • Provide in-service education and training to clinic staff as directed.
  • Maintain compliance with applicable military treatment facility policies, patient confidentiality standards, and healthcare regulations.
  • Exercise appropriate clinical judgment and awareness of legal and patient safety considerations.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Education – Must meet one of the following:
  • Possess an Associate of Arts degree in a behavioral science with specialized training in substance abuse and chemical dependency treatment.
  • OR

Have completed a Military Department Drug and Alcohol Program Management Activity School leading to Military Department Certification as an Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselor.

Certification

Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross. Online-only certification is not accepted.

Additional addiction counseling certification requirements are subject to the applicable contract standards.

Additional Requirements

U.S. citizenship required.

Ability to successfully complete military installation security screening and credentialing requirements.

Work Schedule: Monday through Friday

  • Full-time, 40 hours per week
  • 8.5-hour scheduled shifts, including a 30-minute unpaid meal break
  • Shifts scheduled within the 6:00 AM–8:00 PM operating window
  • No federally recognized holidays
  • No on-call requirements

About MDPerm

MDPerm is an SBA-certified Woman-Owned Small Business specializing in federal healthcare staffing nationwide. We connect qualified healthcare professionals with opportunities supporting military treatment facilities and federal healthcare organizations.

Join our team and contribute to the health and well-being of military service members and their families.

MDPerm LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of credentialing, background screening, and any facility-specific requirements.

Requirements

Requires an Associate of Arts degree in behavioral science with specialized training or military certification as an alcohol and drug abuse counselor. Must hold a current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification and be a U.S. citizen capable of passing security screening.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Substance abuse counselingMultidisciplinary collaboration

Addiction Medicine — Counselor Career Context

Of the 50 active Substance Use / Addiction Counselor listings this role was benchmarked against, 56% are remote, 34% have no call, 66% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for North Carolina is 94.3 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$71k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $75k in an average-cost state. 59.2% of North Carolina clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

MDPerm holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 70/100, 9 active listings.

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Certified Addictions Counselor (CADC / LCAS) – Camp Lejeune, NC at MDPerm 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. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements.

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  • No weekends
  • Includes call