Substance Abuse Counselor

Job Title: Substance Abuse Counselor
Location: The Wave of North Florida Lake City, FL
Employment Type: Full-Time

About Us
The Wave of North Florida is a licensed Substance Use Disorder treatment facility delivering evidence-based services across residential, PHP, and IOP levels of care. We are part of The Wave International network, known for strong clinical programming, compliance standards, and client-centered support. We are rapidly growing and seeking an experienced Substance Abuse Counselor who can integrate quickly into our fast-paced, technology-driven environment.

Position Overview
We are urgently hiring a Substance Abuse Counselor to provide direct clinical services including therapy, group facilitation, treatment planning, documentation, and interdisciplinary collaboration. The ideal candidate has hands-on SUD treatment experience and can immediately contribute to client care without extensive onboarding.

Key Responsibilities
Facilitate individual and group therapy for SUD and co-occurring disorders
Complete biopsychosocial assessments, treatment plans, and progress notes within required timeframes
Maintain accurate and timely documentation in our EMR (ALLEVA)
Collaborate with medical, admissions, nursing, and operations teams
Participate in treatment team meetings, case consultations, and discharge planning
Provide crisis intervention and support when needed
Uphold state regulatory standards, client confidentiality, and professional ethics
Support quality clinical programming aligned with ASAM criteria

Required Qualifications
Minimum of one (1) year experience in Substance Use Disorder treatment
Experience with individual and group counseling in a residential or outpatient setting
Strong documentation skills and ability to learn technology quickly
Knowledge of ASAM, treatment planning, evidence-based SUD modalities, and crisis response
Must be comfortable with digital workflows, EMR systems, and rapid onboarding

Preferred Licensure/Certification (Florida)
Candidates may hold one of the following (or be actively in the process):
CAP, MCAP, CAC, CCJAP, or related FL credential
Registered interns (e.g., RMHC, RCSWI) with active supervision are welcomed if experienced in SUD treatment
Masters degree strongly preferred, but experienced certified counselors will be considered

What We Offer
Competitive pay based on experience and credentials
Full-time schedule with growth opportunities as our programs expand
Supportive leadership and a structured, compliant clinical environment
Training, mentorship, and cross-department collaboration
Opportunity to build a strong career with a growing multi-state organization

Ideal Candidates Will
Work well in a fast-moving environment
Be highly organized and accountable with documentation deadlines
Demonstrate empathy, professionalism, and strong boundaries
Adapt quickly to new systems, technology, and internal processes

We are actively interviewing and looking to fill this role as soon as possible. Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply promptly. We look forward to considering your experience and learning how you can contribute to our clinical team.