Certified SUD Counselor
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Job Description
- Job Title: Substance Use Disorder Counselor
- Location: Trenton, MO
- Department: Preferred Family Healthcare: Residential
- Employment Type: Full Time
- Shift: Flexible
Job Summary
Are you ready to make a difference in the lives of individuals struggling with substance use disorders? Join our team at Preferred Family Healthcare as a Substance Use Disorder Counselor.
In this role, you will play a vital part in providing comprehensive counseling services, conducting assessments, developing treatment plans, and facilitating counseling sessions while ensuring compliance with state regulations and agency standards.
Trenton, Missouri, offers a close-knit community feel, affordable living, and access to outdoor recreation opportunities. It's known for its friendly atmosphere, small-town charm, and strong sense of community spirit, making it an appealing place to call home. Join us in making a difference in the lives of individuals who seek our services!
Position Perks & Benefits
- 29 Days of PTO
- Competitive Pay
- Employee benefits package - health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more**
- Competitive 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan – up to 5% match for Part-Time and Full-Time employees
- Company-paid basic life insurance
- Emergency Medical Leave Program
- Flexible Spending Accounts – healthcare and dependent child-care
- Health & Wellness Program
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Employee Discount Program
- Mileage Reimbursement (When applicable)
Key Responsibilities
Embark on a Transformative Journey: Seamlessly guide individuals through intake, screening, and assessment processes while upholding the gold standard set by state regulatory/CARF/agency guidelines.
Craft Meticulously Tailored Treatment Plans: Develop personalized roadmaps for growth and evolution, guided by the latest advancements in state regulatory/CARF protocols.
Immerse Yourself in Dynamic Clinical Staffing: Participate in treatment team meetings, unraveling the complexities of each case and offering invaluable insights.
Embrace Our Structured Service Provision Model: Ensure a steady flow of compassionate care to those who rely on our support.
Become the Guardian of Meticulous Documentation: Record every service provided to uphold the integrity and accuracy of client records.
Champion Seamless Transitions: Orchestrate final correspondences with precision and care to facilitate a smooth and empowering journey forward.
Embark on a Continuous Journey of Growth: Refine your skills in evidence-based practices and elevate your clinical proficiency through mandatory trainings.
Step into the Spotlight as Our Community Ambassador: Embody professionalism in every interaction, leaving a lasting impression on those we serve.
Cultivate Positive Relationships: Foster trust and collaboration with referral sources, clients, and colleagues alike.
Navigate Crises with Poise and Assurance: Offer steadfast support and a compassionate presence in times of uncertainty and distress.
Lead Transformative Counseling Sessions: Guide clients toward empowerment and resilience in group sessions, workshops, and individual therapy.
Delve Deep into the Human Experience: Explore attitudes, feelings, and behaviors that pave the way for healing and lasting change.
Embrace Each Assignment: View every task as an opportunity to shine and make a profound impact on the lives of others.
Experience and Education Qualifications
Hold the credentials of a Qualified Addiction Professional as defined by the Missouri Credentialing Board, Inc. (MCB)
Certification as a Certified Alcohol Drug Counselor (CADC), Certified Reciprocal Alcohol Drug Counselor (CRADC), Certified Reciprocal Advanced Alcohol Drug Counselor (CRAADC), or Registered Alcohol Drug Counselor (RADC), or Certified Criminal Justice Addictions Professional (CCJP)
Co-Occurring credential preferred
Additional Qualifications
Thorough knowledge of caseload management and rehabilitation methods related to mental health and substance use disorder treatment
- Familiarity with the problems encountered by individuals with mental health and/or substance use disorders
- Ability to establish rapport with client populations and employ effective counseling techniques
- Clear and effective verbal and written communication skills
- Knowledge of program policies, procedures, and regulations
Position Perks & Benefits
Paid time off: full-time employees receive an attractive time off package to balance your work and personal life
- Employee benefits package: full-time employees receive health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more
- Top-notch training: initial, ongoing, comprehensive, and supportive
- Career mobility: advancement opportunities/promoting from within
Welcoming, warm, supportive: a work culture & environment that promotes your well-being, values you as human being, and encourages your health and happiness.
Brightli Is on a Mission
A mission to improve client care, reduce the financial burden of community mental health centers by sharing resources, a mission to have a larger voice in advocacy to increase access to mental health and substance user care in our communities, and a mission to evolve the behavioral health industry to better meet the needs of our clients.
As a behavioral and community mental health provider, we prioritize fostering a culture of belonging and connection within our workforce. We encourage applications from individuals with varied backgrounds and experiences, as we believe that a rich tapestry of perspectives strengthens our mission.
If you are passionate about empowering local communities and creating an environment where everyone feels valued and supported, we invite you to join our mission-driven organization dedicated to cultivating an authentic workplace.
- We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
- Burrell Behavioral Health is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Qualified Addiction Professional credential as defined by the Missouri Credentialing Board, such as CADC, CRADC, CRAADC, RADC, or CCJP. Strong knowledge of caseload management and rehabilitation methods for substance use disorders is required.
Qualifications
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Counseling Psychology — Counselor Career Context
Of the 50 active Substance Use / Addiction Counselor listings this role was benchmarked against, 66% are remote, 32% have no call, 50% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for Missouri is 90.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 60.1% of Missouri clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Cost of living | Missouri index 90.8 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Substance Use / Addiction Counselor listings in Missouri | 222 active | 13,600 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 66% remote · 32% no call · 50% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Missouri Counselor listings: 11% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 15% offer loan repayment222 active listings, Nov 2026 |
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Certified SUD Counselor at Brightli a 6.1 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 35% of all Counseling Psychology counselor listings evaluated on our platform.
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