Substance Abuse Clinician

Liberty Community Programs of West Virginia is part of a broader organization committed to offering evidence-based treatment, trauma-informed care, and recovery-oriented services to individuals facing substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health challenges.  The organization emphasizes individualized treatment planning, integrated care (including outpatient, IOP, MAT), and collaborative team approaches.

Job Summary

The Substance Abuse Clinician will provide professional clinical services to clients with substance use disorders (alcohol and other drugs) and often co-occurring mental health conditions. The role will include assessment, treatment planning, individual / group therapy, case management, documentation, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to promote client recovery, wellness, and long-term stability.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of clients with alcohol and / or drug use disorders, including screening, intake, biopsychosocial evaluation, risk assessment, and identification of co-occurring mental health conditions.
• Develop individualized treatment plans, goals and objectives in collaboration with clients, aligning with evidence-based practices and program protocols.
• Provide individual counseling, group therapy, family support / education, relapse-prevention planning, and appropriate psychoeducation on addiction and recovery processes.
• Monitor and evaluate client progress, adjust treatment plans as needed, coordinate aftercare and follow-up services.
• Facilitate or support relapse prevention groups, life-skills development, coping-skills training, and recovery maintenance.
• Manage case coordination : liaise with internal staff (e.g., peer-support specialists, MAT providers) and external agencies (healthcare, social services, legal / probation) to ensure comprehensive care.
• Maintain accurate, timely, confidential documentation in compliance with agency policies, state / federal regulations (e.g., HIPAA), and quality assurance frameworks.
• Participate in team meetings, clinical supervision, staff trainings, professional development, and program evaluation / quality improvement activities.
• Provide advocacy and support for clients in accessing resources, benefits, housing, employment, community supports.
• Promote client-centered, culturally competent, trauma-informed care; support a recovery-oriented environment.

Requirements

Preferred Attributes

Certifications & Licensure (WV Specific)

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

Benefits

Compensation & Benefits

Salary : $45,000 - $60,000 / Year

$5,000 Sign on bonus.

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