Bilingual Substance Use Counselor

Job Description

Job Description

$3,000 Sign-On Bonus for Qualified Applicants!

At McLeod Centers for Wellbeing, our mission is to build a foundation of healing and hope based on equity, education, and evidence-based practice for all communities. A nonprofit founded in 1969 in Charlotte, North Carolina, we have since grown to be one of the largest providers of comprehensive substance use disorder treatment in western North Carolina. From initial assessment to customized aftercare, McLeod Centers provides compassionate, steadfast support for our patients’ journey to recovery. We are looking for passionate people to join our team!

McLeod Centers for Wellbeing is currently searching for a Full-time Bilingual (Spanish / English) Counselor to work from one our eastern regional treatment locations : Concord, Gastonia, or Hickory.

Applicants to this position are required to have speaking fluency in Spanish and English. By applying to this role, you agree that you are wiling and able to pass a mandatory fluency test prior to your employment.

If interested in this role and not bilingual, you may apply to one of our other Counselor postings : Visit our Career Center!

How will you help us achieve our mission? You will :

• Be at the forefront of crafting person-centered treatment plans for patients in all stages of recovery.
• Play a pivotal role in monitoring and evaluating client progress, adjusting treatments as necessary for optimal outcomes.
• Lead individual and group counseling sessions to support both patients and their families.
• Connect patients with vital support services, such as medical evaluation, mental health, and social support. Your impact will extend beyond our doors!
• Participate in clinical supervision sessions to foster your professional growth and development.

What are the qualifications needed for this role? :

We're looking for a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in a Human Services field, paired with at least a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor-Intern Certification (CADC-I). If you hold a Master’s degree with a Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist (LCAS) or other Mental Health or Substance Use licensure, that’s a big plus!

What we offer you as an employee :

Research indicates that women and underrepresented groups tend to apply for jobs only when they believe they meet 100% of the qualifications. At McLeod Centers, we encourage you to challenge this statistic and apply. It's rare for anyone to meet every qualification. We look forward to hearing from you!