Job Description

LanceSoft is seeking a local contract Substance Use Counselor for a local contract job in Abingdon, Virginia.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Substance Use Counselor
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: 09/13/2025
• Duration: 52 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days, evenings, nights
• Employment Type: Local Contract

Job Title: Certified Substance Abuse Counselor
Job Type: Full-Time
Location: Abingdon, VA
Open to Residency Candidates

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct substance abuse assessments and determine appropriate levels of care.
• Develop, implement, and monitor individualized treatment plans.
• Provide individual and group counseling sessions using evidence-based approaches.
• Facilitate educational groups on substance use, relapse prevention, and recovery strategies.
• Document services, progress notes, and treatment updates in a timely and accurate manner.
• Collaborate with treatment teams, referral sources, and community partners.
• Assist clients in crisis and connect them with appropriate support services.
• Participate in clinical supervision (as required for residency candidates).
• Maintain compliance with ethical, professional, and legal standards.

 

Requirements:

• One of the following credentials (or working toward):
  • CSAC – Certified Substance Abuse Counselor (Virginia)
  • Residency candidate enrolled in a Virginia Board of Counseling-approved substance abuse certification program
• Minimum of 1 year of experience providing substance use or behavioral health services (internship/practicum may be considered for residency candidates).
• High school diploma or GED required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Human Services, Psychology, Social Work, or a related field preferred.
• Basic knowledge of substance use disorders, treatment methods, and recovery models.

About LanceSoft

Established in 2000, LanceSoft is a Certified MBE and Woman-Owned organization. Lancesoft Inc. is one of the highest rated companies in the industry. We have been recognized as one of the Largest Staffing firms and ranked in the top 50 fastest Growing Healthcare Staffing firms in 2022. Lancesoft offers short- and long-term contracts, permanent placements, and travel opportunities to credentialed and experienced professionals throughout the United States. We pride ourselves on having industry leading benefits. We understand the importance of partnering with an expert who values your needs, which is why we’re 100% committed to finding you an assignment that best matches your career and lifestyle goals. Our team of experienced career specialists takes the time to understand your needs and match you with the right job Lancesoft has been chosen by Staffing Industry Analysts as one of the Best Staffing Firms to Work for.LanceSoft specializes in providing Registered Nurses, Nurse Practitioners, LPNs/LVNs, Social Workers, Medical Assistants, and Certified Nursing Assistants to work in Acute Care Centers, Skilled Nursing Facilities, Long-Term Care centers, Rehab Facilities, Behavioral Health Centers, Drug & Alcohol Facilities, Home Health & Community Health, Urgent Care Clinics, and many other provider-based facilities.

Benefits

• Weekly pay
• Medical benefits

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Weekly pay, Permanent employment, Full time, Contract work, Temporary work, Internship, Long term contract, Work at office, Local area, Shift work, Night shift, Afternoon shift,

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