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 DCF-licensed residential treatment facility offering comprehensive services for individuals facing Substance Use Disorder (SUD) and co-occurring mental health needs. We provide Residential, PHP, and IOP levels of care with a strong focus on evidence-based, compassionate treatment in a structured and supportive environment.

Position Summary

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Substance Abuse Counselor to join our clinical team. The ideal candidate will hold a Master’s degree in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or a related behavioral health field and demonstrate experience in substance use treatment. This role involves providing individual and group therapy, facilitating psychoeducational sessions, and collaborating with an interdisciplinary treatment team to support client recovery.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments and develop individualized treatment plans


• Facilitate group therapy sessions and educational groups for clients in residential, PHP, and IOP programs


• Provide individual counseling, relapse prevention planning, and crisis intervention as needed


• Maintain accurate, timely, and DCF-compliant documentation in the EMR system


• Collaborate with nursing, admissions, operations, and other departments to ensure continuity of care


• Participate in treatment team meetings, case reviews, and discharge planning


• Uphold professional ethics, client confidentiality, and program standards at all times
  
  

Qualifications

• Master’s degree required in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or a related field (no exceptions)


• Licensure or working toward licensure preferred (LMHC, LCSW, LMFT)


• Minimum 2 years of experience in substance abuse or mental health counseling (preferred)


• Knowledge of evidence-based practices including CBT, DBT, Motivational Interviewing, and relapse prevention


• Strong documentation, organizational, and communication skills


• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced treatment environment
  
  

Benefits

• Competitive pay based on experience and credentials


• Health, dental, and vision insurance options


• PTO and paid holidays


• Opportunities for professional development and continuing education


• Supportive and mission-driven work culture