Outpatient MAT Opioid Treatment Program

Seeking: Substance Use Disorder Counselor Intern - PAID INTERN TO FULL TIME EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Full Time Hours: Monday - Friday, 4:45 AM - 1:15 PM with rotating Saturday mornings, 5 AM - 7 AM

Our Team:

Shelby Comprehensive Treatment Center (CTC), located in Shelby, NC, is part of Acadia Healthcare's Comprehensive Treatment Centers, the leading provider of medication-assisted treatment in the nation. Our counseling team provides compassionate, high-quality counseling and therapy to patients that are seeking recovery from Opioid Use Disorder.

Your Job as an SUD Counselor Intern:

The Counselor Intern is a an individual seeking credentialing or licensure with the North Carolina Addictions Specialist Professional Practice Board (NCASPPB) and seeking practical work experience in an outpatient setting.

Benefits of Joining Our Clinical Team: 

• Hands-On Clinical Experience: Gain valuable, practical experience in a clinical setting, working directly with clients under the supervision of licensed professionals.

• Mentorship: Work alongside experienced counselors who can offer guidance, support, and mentorship throughout the internship.

• Stable Schedules: Enjoy flexibility in early morning work hours, offering a great work/life balance to other commitments like school or part-time employment.

• Skill Development: Enhance skills in counseling techniques, case management, and client interaction, providing a strong foundation for a counseling career.

• Positive Impact: Contribute to the well-being and recovery of individuals in the community, which can be incredibly rewarding and fulfilling.

• Potential for Employment: High-performing interns may be considered for full-time roles upon completion of their internship, based on availability and performance.

Job Responsibilities:

• Under the supervision of a licensed professional, may co-facilitate group or family sessions;
• May be present and assist with initial assessments of patients;
• May prepare, for review and approval by licensed professionals, treatment plans for patients;
• Ensures all documentation regarding patient care, treatment, and incidents are completed timely and in a clear, concise manner for review and approval by licensed professionals;
• May evaluate patient’s needs and, working with a licensed professional, may determine if referral to other programs or services is needed;
• Other duties may be assigned by a licensed professional overseeing and responsible for the intern's work, within the professional, legal, and ethical parameters of the counseling internship.

Your Education, Skills & Qualifications:

• Minimum of HS diploma or GED equivalent required;
• Ideal for candidates seeking a degree in Counseling, Social Work, or other related theraputic behavioral health degree 

Your Skills & Experience:

• No previous professional experience in clinical field required; prefer basic knowledge of counseling or therapeutic concepts acquired through education or training by an accredited college or university.
• Ideal for those seeking clinical work experience in an outpatient OTP (opioid treatment program) setting

Licenses/Certifications:  

• Must be eligible for registration with the North Carolina Addictions Specialist Professional Practice Board (NCASPPB)
• We will assist with the registration process

We are committed to providing equal  employment opportunities to all applicants for employment regardless of an individual’s characteristics protected by applicable state, federal and local laws.

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