SUBSTANCE ABUSE COUNSELOR
Ukiah, CA · On-site
$29/hr
Working knowledge of the Twelve Step Program of Alcoholics Anonymous and Narcotics Anonymous. * Valid, active driver's license, required * Ability to interact in a professional manner in both ...
Ukiah, CA · On-site
$29/hr
Working knowledge of the Twelve Step Program of Alcoholics Anonymous and Narcotics Anonymous. * Valid, active driver's license, required * Ability to interact in a professional manner in both ...
Ukiah, CA · On-site
$29/hr
Working knowledge of the Twelve Step Program of Alcoholics Anonymous and Narcotics Anonymous. * Valid, active driver's license, required * Ability to interact in a professional manner in both ...
Greensboro, NC · On-site
$52K - $61K/yr
... Narcotics Anonymous (NA), Alcoholics Anonymous (AA), and more. Examples of Duties DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Essential duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to: * Process requests ...
Greensboro, NC · On-site
$52K - $61K/yr
... Narcotics Anonymous (NA), Alcoholics Anonymous (AA), and more. Examples of Duties DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Essential duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to: * Process requests ...
Hobart, OK · On-site
Coordinates with outside inpatient services to detoxify consumers and establish linkage to self-help programs (e.g., Alcoholics Anonymous, Narcotics Anonymous) and residential facilities * Builds ...
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Hobart, OK · On-site
Coordinates with outside inpatient services to detoxify consumers and establish linkage to self-help programs (e.g., Alcoholics Anonymous, Narcotics Anonymous) and residential facilities * Builds ...
Preferred • Bachelor's Degree in related field (social work, psychology,education) • 3 plus years of Behavioral Health Tech experience in Acute Psych • Knowledge of Narcotics Anonymous and ...
Preferred • Bachelor's Degree in related field (social work, psychology,education) • 3 plus years of Behavioral Health Tech experience in Acute Psych • Knowledge of Narcotics Anonymous and ...
Ensures the traditions and principles of alcoholics anonymous (AA) and narcotics anonymous (NA), SOS, Celebrate Recovery and all other recovery groups are respected. * Ensures inmates receive ...
Ensures the traditions and principles of alcoholics anonymous (AA) and narcotics anonymous (NA), SOS, Celebrate Recovery and all other recovery groups are respected. * Ensures inmates receive ...
Preferred • Bachelor's Degree in related field (social work, psychology,education) • 3 plus years of Behavioral Health Tech experience in Acute Psych • Knowledge of Narcotics Anonymous and ...
Preferred • Bachelor's Degree in related field (social work, psychology,education) • 3 plus years of Behavioral Health Tech experience in Acute Psych • Knowledge of Narcotics Anonymous and ...
Henderson, TX · On-site
$19/hr
Ensures the traditions and principles of alcoholics anonymous (AA) and narcotics anonymous (NA), SOS, Celebrate Recovery and all other recovery groups are respected. * Provides required training to ...
Henderson, TX · On-site
$19/hr
Ensures the traditions and principles of alcoholics anonymous (AA) and narcotics anonymous (NA), SOS, Celebrate Recovery and all other recovery groups are respected. * Provides required training to ...
Coordinates with outside inpatient services to detoxify consumers and establish linkage to self-help programs (e.g., Alcoholics Anonymous, Narcotics Anonymous) and residential facilities * Builds ...
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Coordinates with outside inpatient services to detoxify consumers and establish linkage to self-help programs (e.g., Alcoholics Anonymous, Narcotics Anonymous) and residential facilities * Builds ...
Claymont, DE · On-site
$19 - $24.50/hr
Coordinate with outside inpatient services to detoxify participants and establish linkage to outpatient treatment self-help programs (e.g., Alcoholics Anonymous, Narcotics Anonymous), outpatient ...
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Claymont, DE · On-site
$19 - $24.50/hr
Coordinate with outside inpatient services to detoxify participants and establish linkage to outpatient treatment self-help programs (e.g., Alcoholics Anonymous, Narcotics Anonymous), outpatient ...
Ukiah, CA · On-site
$29/hr
Working knowledge of the Twelve Step Program of Alcoholics Anonymous and Narcotics Anonymous. * Valid, active driver's license, required * Ability to interact in a professional manner in both ...
Ukiah, CA · On-site
$29/hr
Working knowledge of the Twelve Step Program of Alcoholics Anonymous and Narcotics Anonymous. * Valid, active driver's license, required * Ability to interact in a professional manner in both ...
Linkage to aftercare, relapse prevention services, and peer support and recovery-oriented services, such as Alcoholics Anonymous and Narcotics Anonymous, are integrated into treatment and discharge ...
Linkage to aftercare, relapse prevention services, and peer support and recovery-oriented services, such as Alcoholics Anonymous and Narcotics Anonymous, are integrated into treatment and discharge ...
Ensures the traditions and principles of alcoholics anonymous (AA) and narcotics anonymous (NA), SOS, Celebrate Recovery and all other recovery groups are respected. * Ensures inmates receive ...
Ensures the traditions and principles of alcoholics anonymous (AA) and narcotics anonymous (NA), SOS, Celebrate Recovery and all other recovery groups are respected. * Ensures inmates receive ...
Henderson, TX · On-site
$19/hr
Ensures the traditions and principles of alcoholics anonymous (AA) and narcotics anonymous (NA), SOS, Celebrate Recovery and all other recovery groups are respected. * Provides required training to ...
Henderson, TX · On-site
$19/hr
Ensures the traditions and principles of alcoholics anonymous (AA) and narcotics anonymous (NA), SOS, Celebrate Recovery and all other recovery groups are respected. * Provides required training to ...
Alcoholism and a general understanding of the Twelve Step programs including Al-anon, Narcotics Anonymous (AA) and Alcoholics Anonymous (AA).Counseling skills which includes the methodology to ...
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Alcoholism and a general understanding of the Twelve Step programs including Al-anon, Narcotics Anonymous (AA) and Alcoholics Anonymous (AA).Counseling skills which includes the methodology to ...
Ensures the traditions and principles of alcoholics anonymous (AA) and narcotics anonymous (NA), SOS, Celebrate Recovery and all other recovery groups are respected. * Provides required training to ...
Ensures the traditions and principles of alcoholics anonymous (AA) and narcotics anonymous (NA), SOS, Celebrate Recovery and all other recovery groups are respected. * Provides required training to ...
Coordinates with outside inpatient services to detoxify consumers and establish linkage to self-help programs (e.g., Alcoholics Anonymous, Narcotics Anonymous) and residential facilities * Builds ...
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Coordinates with outside inpatient services to detoxify consumers and establish linkage to self-help programs (e.g., Alcoholics Anonymous, Narcotics Anonymous) and residential facilities * Builds ...
Philadelphia, PA · On-site
$24/hr
Working knowledge of the Twelve Step Program of Alcoholics Anonymous and Narcotics Anonymous. * Ability to interact in a professional manner in both individual and group counseling settings.
Philadelphia, PA · On-site
$24/hr
Working knowledge of the Twelve Step Program of Alcoholics Anonymous and Narcotics Anonymous. * Ability to interact in a professional manner in both individual and group counseling settings.
Barbourville, KY · On-site
$47K/yr
Coordinate with outside inpatient services to detoxify clients and establish linkage to self-help programs (e.g., Alcoholics Anonymous, Narcotics Anonymous), outpatient services, and residential ...
Barbourville, KY · On-site
$47K/yr
Coordinate with outside inpatient services to detoxify clients and establish linkage to self-help programs (e.g., Alcoholics Anonymous, Narcotics Anonymous), outpatient services, and residential ...
Barbourville, KY · On-site
$34K - $51K/yr
Coordinate with outside inpatient services to detoxify clients and establish linkage to self-help programs (e.g., Alcoholics Anonymous, Narcotics, Anonymous), and residential facilities.
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Barbourville, KY · On-site
$34K - $51K/yr
Coordinate with outside inpatient services to detoxify clients and establish linkage to self-help programs (e.g., Alcoholics Anonymous, Narcotics, Anonymous), and residential facilities.
Ensures the traditions and principles of alcoholics anonymous (AA) and narcotics anonymous (NA), SOS, Celebrate Recovery and all other recovery groups are respected. * Ensures inmates receive ...
Ensures the traditions and principles of alcoholics anonymous (AA) and narcotics anonymous (NA), SOS, Celebrate Recovery and all other recovery groups are respected. * Ensures inmates receive ...
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Narcotics Anonymous (NA) is not a job but a global, nonprofit fellowship of people recovering from drug addiction. NA provides a supportive environment through regular meetings where members share experiences and encourage one another in sobriety. The organization operates on voluntary participation and is not professionally affiliated with any treatment programs. Those interested in supporting NA can engage in service work, such as organizing meetings or mentoring newcomers, but these roles are unpaid and voluntary.
| Aspect | Narcotics Anonymous | Substance Abuse Counselor |
|---|---|---|
| Credentials | No formal certification required; peer-led support | Requires certification or licensing (e.g., CADC, LPC) |
| Work Environment | Support groups, community centers, meetings | Clinics, rehab centers, hospitals |
| Industry Usage | Peer support in addiction recovery | Professional treatment and counseling |
| Search & Comparison Intent | Support roles, peer-led recovery | Professional addiction treatment |
While Narcotics Anonymous offers peer-led support for individuals recovering from addiction, Substance Abuse Counselors provide professional treatment and counseling services, often requiring certifications. Both play vital roles in addiction recovery but differ in credentials, work settings, and industry functions.

$29/hr
Full-time
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