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Substance Use Counselor * CSAC-R, CSAC, or CSAC eligible (required) Full-Time Hours: Monday - Friday 6 AM - 2 PM Our Benefits: * Semi-Annual Bonus Program * Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

Substance Use Counselor * CSAC-R, CSAC, or CSAC eligible (required) Full-Time Hours: Monday - Friday 6 AM - 2 PM Our Benefits: * Semi-Annual Bonus Program * Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

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What is the difference between Substance vs Chemical Technician?

AspectSubstanceChemical Technician
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; some roles may require certifications in lab safety or specific substancesAssociate degree in chemistry, chemical engineering, or related field; certifications may include OSHA safety training
Work EnvironmentLaboratories, manufacturing plants, research facilitiesLaboratories, industrial plants, quality control labs
Industry UsageUsed broadly in manufacturing, research, and safety contexts involving substancesPrimarily in chemical manufacturing, testing, and quality assurance

Substance roles focus on handling, testing, and managing specific materials or chemicals, often requiring safety certifications. Chemical Technicians support chemical processes through testing, data collection, and quality control, typically needing an associate degree. Both roles operate in similar environments but differ in educational requirements and specific job functions.

What cities in Virginia are hiring for Substance jobs? Cities in Virginia with the most Substance job openings:
Infographic showing various Substance job openings in Virginia as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 1% Internship, 2% As Needed, 81% Full Time, 14% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution.

Substance Abuse Counselor

Civitas Health Services

Sandston, VA • On-site

$50K - $62K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life

Re-posted 16 days ago


Job description

Civitas Health Services, Inc. is seeking a skilled and compassionate CSAC-S, LMHP, or LMHP-Eligible Practitioner with scope of practice to join our dynamic Substance Abuse Intensive Outpatient Program (SAIOP). If you're passionate about empowering individuals through recovery in a group setting, we'd love to have you on our team.
As a Practitioner, you will facilitate group therapy sessions for participants and work within a multidisciplinary team (assisting with Care Coordination) in our Substance Abuse Intensive Outpatient Program (SAIOP); delivering services under the ASAM Level 2.1 standard of care. This is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful impact while working alongside a dedicated team committed to providing high-quality behavioral healthcare
Compensation Package:
  • Base salary range $50,568 - $62,250 based on experience

Bonus Incentive Program:
  • You will be enrolled in our monthly performance-based incentive program, MAP (Motivation, Ambition, Progress). This point-based program allows you to earn up to $10,000 annually in bonuses, in addition to your base salary.

Company Benefits
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short/Long-Term Disability, Continuing Education Units (CEUs)

Essential Job Duties
  • Conduct Comprehensive Assessments: Perform intake assessments, diagnose individuals with mental health (MH), substance abuse (SA), intellectual disability (ID), and/or developmental disability (DD) diagnoses (based on credentials), and determine the appropriate level of care and service referrals.
  • Provide Clinical Treatment: Deliver individual, group, family, and crisis intervention services to individuals with MH, SA, ID, and/or DD diagnoses, including facilitating Substance Abuse Intensive Outpatient Program (SAIOP) groups.
  • Develop and Coordinate Treatment Plans: Develop person-centered treatment plans, complete ASAM multidimensional assessments, make appropriate referrals, and collaborate with internal and external providers to ensure coordinated, wrap-around care.
  • Maintain Clinical Documentation: Complete accurate, timely, and compliant clinical documentation, including assessments, progress notes, treatment plans, authorizations, and other required records while maintaining quality assurance standards.
  • Collaborate with Community Partners: Coordinate care with multidisciplinary teams and external stakeholders, including social services, healthcare providers, legal representatives, probation/parole officers, and other community resources to support positive client outcomes.

Job Qualifications
  • Certification: State of Virginia licensure CSAC, CSAC-S, LMHP-E (with scope of practice), or LMHP (with scope of practice).
  • Experience: 3+ years shaping lives in substance abuse services.
  • Education: Minimum of Degree in human services, psychology, or similar.
  • Expertise: Deep-rooted knowledge in ASAM criteria, substance abuse modalities, best practices, and cutting-edge rehab techniques.
  • Assessment Skills:
    • CSAC & CSAC-Supervisees: Conduct ASAM assessments.
    • LMHP-E & LMHP: Spearhead both ASAM and Bio-psychosocial assessments.