Substance Use Disorder Counselor - Outpatient
Aroostook Mental Health Services, Inc. (AMHC) · amhc.org
Marshfield
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The job in short
Outpatient substance use counseling.
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Details
- Found
- 33 d ago · posted 2026-10-01
- Location
- Marshfield, ME, US
Full description
Description
Are you passionate about helping individuals navigate their recovery journey and build a healthier future? AMHC is seeking a dedicated and compassionate full-time Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Counselor in Machias to provide assessment, counseling, and supportive services for individuals living with substance use disorders.
This is a rewarding opportunity to make a direct impact on the lives of individuals and families while working within a strong, integrated care team that includes mental health, recovery, and community-based supports.
What You’ll Do:
• Provide comprehensive substance use services, including assessments, individual, group, and family counseling, consultation, and community education.
• Offer integrated behavioral health support by addressing both mental health and substance use needs.
• Deliver Co-Occurring services to individuals with substance use and mental health diagnoses or developmental disabilities.
• Maintain active engagement with clients and referral sources to support individualized treatment goals.
• Support “No Wrong Door” philosophy by assisting clients and families with referrals and resource access.
• Help clients navigate AMHC’s full continuum of care, including MAT, Residential, Peer Recovery, and Court-related services.
• Provide transportation to clients when necessary through collaboration with local bus services.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in accordance with licensing and billing requirements.
• Participate in regular team meetings and interdisciplinary case reviews.
What You Bring:
• Minimum of a CADC (Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor), LADC, or LCPC/LICSW with SUD experience preferred
• Knowledge and experience in working with individuals with substance use and co-occurring disorders
• Strong communication and clinical documentation skills
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
• Familiarity with community resources and an interest in engaging with local support systems
• Commitment to person-centered, trauma-informed, and culturally respectful care
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
Why Join Us?
• Mission-driven work that makes a lasting impact
• Supportive, collaborative work environment
• Full access to AMHC’s integrated network of care services
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Opportunity to grow your career within the agency
Benefits Offered:
• Health
• Dental
• Vision
• Life
• AFLAC
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• 403B with match
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• PTO with Floating Holidays
Ready to Apply?
Help others take the first steps toward recovery and healing.
AMHC is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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Requirements
· A high school diploma or equivalent is required, with one year of experience of a formal or subjective nature.
· The position requires the individual to hold and maintain licensure as a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC), leading to the achievement of full licensure as a Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC).
· Clinical consultation through a Clinical Consultant Supervisor (CCS) will be provided to those staff who are not yet licensed at the LADC level.
· Holders of this position must complete a physical at least once every three years.
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