Addiction Counselor Jobs
Addiction Counselor jobs are open across behavioral health, community mental health, corrections, and hospital systems, from entry-level and associate roles to licensed clinical supervisors, with specializations in substance use disorder treatment, co-occurring disorders, and medication-assisted treatment. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.
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Facility: Mount St. Mary's Hospital
Shift: Shift 1
Status: Full Time FTE: 1.000000
Bargaining Unit: ACE Associates
Exempt from Overtime: Exempt: No
Work Schedule: Days and Evenings
Hours: Sunday - Wednesday 9:00am-5:00pm Thursday 3:00pm-11:00pm
Summary:
Provides a program of rehabilitative therapy to complement the patient's total treatment plan. As part of a multidisciplinary team, provides alcoholism/addiction counseling and mental health services as a clinician under direct supervision. Responsible for the delivery of patient care through the process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation as appropriate to the ages of patients served, based on the areas of clinical practice.
Responsibilities:
Education
- Associate's Degree required
- CASAC or other Q.H.P. Status required
- Bachelor's Degree with CASAC in time specified by Director preferred
Experience
- Three (3) years' experience in treatment with addicted populations required
- Inpatient experience, experience with MICA clients, and computerized documentation preferred
- Addictions experience preferred
KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY
- Answer telephones
- Compose letters/memorandums
- Input data into computer programs
- Maintain logs
- Maintain patient charts
- Proofread documents
- Schedule appointments
- CRT
- Fax
- Personal Computer
- Photocopier
- Must have adequate writing skills applicable to the job; pre-employment writing sample
WORKING CONDITIONS
- May be exposed to infections and contagious diseases
- May be exposed to toxic chemicals
- Contact with patients under a wide variety of circumstances
- May be exposed to/occasionally exposed to patient elements
- Exposed to unpleasant elements (accidents, injuries, and illness)
- Subject to varying and unpredictable situations
- Handles emergency or crisis situations
- Subject to many interruptions
- Required Protective Equipment
- Non-Sterile Medical Gloves
Facility: Mount St. Mary's Hospital
Shift: Shift 1
Status: Full Time FTE: 1.000000
Bargaining Unit: ACE Associates
Exempt from Overtime: Exempt: No
Work Schedule: Days and Evenings
Hours: Sunday - Wednesday 9:00am-5:00pm Thursday 3:00pm-11:00pm
Summary:
Provides a program of rehabilitative therapy to complement the patient's total treatment plan. As part of a multidisciplinary team, provides alcoholism/addiction counseling and mental health services as a clinician under direct supervision. Responsible for the delivery of patient care through the process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation as appropriate to the ages of patients served, based on the areas of clinical practice.
Responsibilities:
Education
- Associate's Degree required
- CASAC or other Q.H.P. Status required
- Bachelor's Degree with CASAC in time specified by Director preferred
Experience
- Three (3) years' experience in treatment with addicted populations required
- Inpatient experience, experience with MICA clients, and computerized documentation preferred
- Addictions experience preferred
KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY
- Answer telephones
- Compose letters/memorandums
- Input data into computer programs
- Maintain logs
- Maintain patient charts
- Proofread documents
- Schedule appointments
- CRT
- Fax
- Personal Computer
- Photocopier
- Must have adequate writing skills applicable to the job; pre-employment writing sample
WORKING CONDITIONS
- May be exposed to infections and contagious diseases
- May be exposed to toxic chemicals
- Contact with patients under a wide variety of circumstances
- May be exposed to/occasionally exposed to patient elements
- Exposed to unpleasant elements (accidents, injuries, and illness)
- Subject to varying and unpredictable situations
- Handles emergency or crisis situations
- Subject to many interruptions
- Required Protective Equipment
- Non-Sterile Medical Gloves
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Find Addiction Counselor JobsAddiction Counselor Job Market
A snapshot from current openings nationwide, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Liberation Programs4
- New York State Office of Mental Health3
- Mercy Health2
- Alliant1
- Catholic Health System1
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services14
- Government & Public Sector2
- Construction & Real Estate1
- Consulting & Professional Services1
- Law & Legal Services1
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in addiction counselor jobs.
- Active state licensure or certification such as CADC, LCDC, LPC, or equivalent credential
- Experience delivering individual and group counseling using evidence-based approaches such as CBT or motivational interviewing
- Knowledge of substance use disorder treatment, co-occurring mental health conditions, and ASAM criteria
- Proficiency with electronic health record systems and accurate clinical documentation practices
- Bachelor's or master's degree in counseling, social work, psychology, or a related human services field
- Ability to complete required continuing education units to maintain licensure in good standing
Tips for Your Addiction Counselor Job Search
List your licensure credentials prominently
Addiction counselor postings filter heavily on credentials like CADC, LCDC, or LPC-A. Put your state licensure abbreviation, license number, and expiration date in your resume header so hiring managers spot eligibility without digging.
Tailor your resume to the treatment setting
A residential detox unit, an outpatient MAT clinic, and a school-based prevention program all use different modalities. Match your resume language to the setting you're targeting, naming the specific population, level of care, and evidence-based approaches you've delivered.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists addiction counselor openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Filter openings by required licensure level
Many postings distinguish between intern, associate, and fully licensed positions. Applying to roles that require full licensure when you hold an associate credential wastes time. Search by the credential tier you currently hold and focus your applications there.
Prepare concrete case examples for your interview
Interviewers for addiction counselor roles routinely ask for specific examples of crisis intervention, relapse prevention planning, and motivational interviewing in practice. Prepare two or three brief case narratives in advance, keeping client details de-identified and HIPAA-compliant.
Negotiate supervision hours into your offer
If you're working toward full licensure, supervised clinical hours are a direct form of compensation. Ask during negotiation whether the employer provides on-site supervision, how many hours per week are available, and whether supervision fees are covered.
Addiction Counselor Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most addiction counselors?
The companies hiring the most addiction counselors right now include Liberation Programs, New York State Office of Mental Health, and Mercy Health, with the largest share of openings in New York, Connecticut, and Ohio, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Demand tends to be highest at community behavioral health centers, residential treatment facilities, and integrated health systems.
How many addiction counselor jobs are remote?
About 0% of addiction counselor openings are fully remote or hybrid as of June 2026, with telehealth outpatient counseling and care coordination roles accounting for most of that share. Roles in residential treatment, detox, or intensive outpatient programs almost always require in-person attendance due to the level of care involved.
How do you become an addiction counselor?
You earn a degree in counseling, social work, or a related field, then complete the supervised clinical hours your state requires for licensure. You sit for a credentialing exam such as the IC&RC or NAADAC exam, obtain your state-issued license or certification, and maintain it through continuing education. The specific credential name and hour requirements differ by state.
How do you get hired as an addiction counselor with little or no experience?
Start by targeting entry-level or intern-level postings that explicitly accept candidates working toward licensure under supervision. Practicum placements, volunteer work at recovery community organizations, and peer support specialist experience all count as relevant background. Emphasizing lived recovery experience, if applicable and appropriate to disclose, can also distinguish you with employers who value peer-informed care models.
What does the addiction counselor interview process look like?
Most employers conduct a phone screen followed by one or two in-person or video interviews. You'll typically be asked behavioral questions about handling client crises, managing caseloads, and applying evidence-based treatment models. Some employers include a written scenario or require you to demonstrate documentation skills. Reference checks focusing on clinical supervision and ethics are common before an offer is extended.
Where can I find and apply to addiction counselor jobs?
You can find and apply to addiction counselor jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Find roles that match your licensure level, treatment setting, and location, then apply directly to each listing.
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