Certified Substance Abuse Counselor (CSAC)

Foundation for Care is seeking a qualified Virginia Certified Substance Abuse Counselor (CSAC) to provide substance use disorder services in our DBHDS-licensed ASAM 2.1 Intensive Outpatient and ASAM 2.5 Partial Hospitalization programs. The counselor will provide person-centered care, support clients’ recovery goals, and maintain timely, accurate documentation in accordance with applicable regulations, professional standards, and organizational policies.

Compensation

$35–$40 per hour

Responsibilities

• Conduct substance use assessments and contribute to individualized service and treatment planning.
• Provide individual and group counseling within the scope of CSAC certification and assigned duties.
• Use evidence-based approaches, including motivational interviewing and relapse-prevention strategies.
• Monitor client progress and complete assessments, service documentation, and treatment plan updates accurately and on time.
• Coordinate care and referrals with other providers and support systems when authorized by the client.
• Support transition and discharge planning.
• Follow confidentiality, safety, crisis-response, and incident-reporting procedures.
• Participate in supervision, team meetings, training, and quality-improvement activities.

Qualifications

Current, active Virginia CSAC certification in good standing. Applicants must be fully certified; CSAC-A applicants are not eligible.

• Education, experience, and supervision consistent with applicable Virginia requirements for the role.
• Experience in substance use disorder counseling and group facilitation preferred.
• Strong communication, organizational, and documentation skills, with the ability to maintain professional boundaries.
• Ability to complete required background checks and meet applicable employment requirements.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off (PTO).

Equal Opportunity Employer

Foundation for Care is an equal opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable law.