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Anuvia Prevention and Recovery Center
Morganton, North Carolina

Licensed Counselor Burke County NC, Morganton — Surrounding Area

CounselorIncludes callNo weekendsNo nightsFull-Time

Compensation

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Job Description

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Licensed Counselor

LCAS / Lcmhc / LCSW

  • Burke County NC, Morganton — serving Hickory, and surrounding areas

Department: Clinical Outpatient

Location: 110 N. Green St Morganton, NC — serving Hickory, Morganton, and surrounding areas

Functional Area

Outpatient: Family Counseling

Reports To: Clinical Supervisor

Schedule: Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM

Status: Full-Time

License

LCAS/LCAS-A, LCMHC/LCMHC-A, or LCSW/LCSW-A (required)

Education

Master’s in Counseling, Clinical Social Work, or related field

"If you are looking to make a significant impact in the lives of others and contribute to a respected and valued community resource, join a team that celebrates recovery and promotes wellness within every interaction."

About the Role

Anuvia Prevention & Recovery Center is seeking a dedicated Licensed Counselor to provide high-quality counseling services for clients with substance use and/or co-occurring mental health diagnoses. Working within our Outpatient Program, you will be a core member of an interdisciplinary team committed to person-centered, recovery-oriented care.

This role offers meaningful clinical work, a consistent daytime schedule, and the opportunity to guide clients through some of the most important steps in their recovery journey.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Clinical Services

  • Provide individual, group, and family counseling for clients with substance use and/or co-occurring mental health disorders
  • Facilitate psychoeducation, relapse prevention, recovery skills development, and family involvement in treatment
  • Conduct comprehensive clinical assessments including psychosocial assessments and ASAM multidimensional assessments
  • Develop ASAM Level of Care recommendations as appropriate to licensure
  • Monitor signs and symptoms of substance intoxication and withdrawal; coordinate appropriate interventions
  • Provide crisis intervention and clinical consultation as needed, including participation in on-call rotation when applicable

Treatment Planning & Care Coordination

  • Develop, implement, and update individualized, person-centered treatment and service plans prior to or on the date of service
  • Monitor client progress through ongoing assessment and reassessment; revise treatment plans as clinically indicated
  • Manage full client caseload from admission through discharge, including transitions and aftercare planning
  • Coordinate linkage to medically necessary services including MAT, psychiatric, psychological, medical, and community-based resources
  • Submit service authorizations and ensure continuity of care across providers and systems
  • Provide referrals and coordination for SUD treatment and recovery resources

Documentation & Compliance

  • Complete accurate, timely, and compliant documentation in the EHR per state, agency, and federal requirements
  • Complete required reporting including NC TOPPS, GPRA, and incident reports per established guidelines
  • Participate in QA/QI activities including peer review and timely resolution of out-of-compliance items

Team & Professional Development

  • Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings, case staffing, clinical supervision, and coordination with the Clinical Director and medical providers
  • Facilitate training and supervision for interns and/or trainees as assigned
  • Administer medications and conduct UDS screenings within scope of training and licensure
  • Adhere to professional standards, ethical guidelines, governing board requirements, and all applicable policies

Qualifications & Requirements

Education & Licensure

Master's in Counseling, Clinical Social Work,

or NCASPPB-approved field

LCAS or LCAS-A (preferred)

LCMHC / LCMHC-A or LCSW / LCSW-A (preferred)

Active licensure required; dual license is a strong plus

Valid NC or SC Driver's License

Experience & Skills

Minimum 2 years of counseling experience

SUD and co-occurring MH treatment preferred

Excellent verbal and written communication

Professional demeanor and strong work ethic

EHR proficiency

Knowledge of NC TOPPS, GPRA, and ASAM criteria

Why Join Anuvia? — Compensation & Benefits

We invest in the people who invest in our clients. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

Health Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision coverage with low monthly premiums — no waiting period.

Generous Time Off: Competitive PTO policy to support your work-life balance.

Disability Insurance: Short- and long-term disability provided by the company.

401(k) — 7% Employer Contribution: Employer contributes 7% after year one with immediate vesting.

Education Assistance: Support for certifications, continuing education, and professional development courses.

Commuter Benefits: Commuter benefits program to help offset transportation costs.

Employee Assistance Program: Confidential EAP support for you and your family.

Orthodontic Benefits: Additional orthodontic coverage included in the benefits package.

Marketplace Discounts: Access to a marketplace with discounts across numerous vendors.

Career Growth: Extensive online training library and clear pathways for advancement.

Ready to Make an Impact? Apply Today.

Join a team that celebrates recovery and promotes wellness in every interaction.

Anuvia Prevention & Recovery Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Key Responsibilities

Provide individual, group, and family counseling for clients with substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders. Manage a full client caseload, including treatment planning, clinical assessments, and coordination of care.

Requirements

Requires a Master's degree in Counseling, Clinical Social Work, or a related field. Must hold an active NC license as an LCAS, LCMHC, or LCSW.

Qualifications

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

Key Skills

Individual counselingGroup counselingSubstance use disorder treatmentMental health assessmentClinical documentationCase managementInterdisciplinary collaboration

Counselor Career Context

The cost-of-living index for North Carolina is 94.3 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 59.2% of North Carolina clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Of the 50 active Mental Health Counseling listings this role was benchmarked against, 42% are remote, 28% have no call, 66% require no weekends.

Mental Health Counseling pay on WeekdayDoc is up 3.1% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Licensed Counselor Burke County NC, Morganton — Surrounding Area at Anuvia Prevention and Recovery Center a 6.4 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Mental Health Counseling — ranked against 709 active Mental Health Counseling listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements, no night shifts.

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Benefits & Perks29 jobs

401k / retirement match
79% this job
Sign-on bonus
38%
CME allowance
38% this job
Loan repayment
21%
PSLF eligible
3%

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Work-life snapshot

median 6.0this job 6.4
Better work-life than 60% of Mental Health Counseling listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 709 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • No weekends
  • No nights
  • Includes call

Living in Morganton

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$286k
Typical market rent
$1,475/mo
Residents’ average commute
18 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
88.5
State income tax
Up to 4.8%
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Hickory-Lenoir-Morganton, NC metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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

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About Anuvia Prevention and Recovery Center

Non-profit Organizations
Charlotte, North Carolina
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

Health Insurance
Dental
Vision
PTO
Short-Term Disability
Long-Term Disability
401k with 7% Employer Contribution
Education Assistance