Substance Use Disorder Counselor - Outpatient

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?

· 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.