TN Visa Addiction Counselor Jobs
Addiction Counselor roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under the USMCA treaty's Social Worker category, giving Canadian and Mexican licensed professionals a cap-free, lottery-free path to U.S. employment. Employers file no I-129 for Canadians at the port of entry. State licensure requirements vary and directly affect where you can work.
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This position will be supported through a K23 Career Development Award from the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA). This candidate will devote a minimum of 75% effort to research activities associated with the NIAAA K23 grant and up to 25% effort may be spent in other research activities such as working as a co-investigator on grants alongside principal investigators in the Addiction Science Division.
Entity
Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC - Univ)
Worker Type
Employee
Worker Sub-Type
Faculty
Cost Center
CC001039 COM PSYCH Addiction Science CC
Pay Rate Type
Salary
Pay Grade
University-00
Pay Range
0.00 - 0.00 - 0.000
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Work Shift
Job Description
Job Summary: This position will be supported through a K23 Career Development Award from the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA). This candidate will devote a minimum of 75% effort to research activities associated with the NIAAA K23 grant and up to 25% effort may be spent in other research activities such as working as a co-investigator on grants alongside principal investigators in the Addiction Science Division. The candidate will also apply for other grants in areas of relevant expertise. The specific research focus for this position will be novel treatment development and evaluation for alcohol and other substance use disorders.
The K23 mentorship team and the environment of the Addiction Sciences Division will provide a supportive environment and access to faculty who will offer expertise and guidance in research design, measurement techniques, study coordination, data management, biostatistical analysis, research dissemination, and grant writing. In addition to leading the specific K23-supported research project, the individual will work with other faculty in pursuing an array of research endeavors as a co-investigator, further extending the individual's background and experience.
Payscale Salary Range: UNIV-Band 0: Commensurate with experience.
FLSA: Salaried
Minimum Requirements: Candidate must hold a PhD degree or similar.
Additional Job Description
Physical Requirements: (Note: The following descriptions are applicable to this section: Continuous - 6-8 hours per shift; Frequent - 2-6 hours per shift; Infrequent - 0-2 hours per shift)
- Ability to perform job functions in an upright position. (Frequent)
- Ability to perform job functions in a seated position. (Frequent)
- Ability to perform job functions while walking/mobile. (Frequent)
- Ability to work indoors. (Continuous)
- Ability to work outdoors in all weather and temperature extremes. (Infrequent)
- Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces. (Infrequent)
- Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions. (Infrequent)
- Ability to squat and perform job functions. (Infrequent)
- Ability to perform 'pinching' operations. (Infrequent)
- Ability to fully use both hands/arms. (Frequent)
- Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Frequent)
- Ability to reach in all directions. (Frequent)
- Possess good finger dexterity. (Continuous)
- Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Continuous)
- Ability to lift and carry 15 lbs., unassisted. (Infrequent)
- Ability to lift objects, up to 15 lbs., from floor level to height of 36 inches, unassisted. (Infrequent)
- Ability to lower objects, up to 15 lbs., from height of 36 inches to floor level, unassisted. (Infrequent)
- Ability to push/pull objects, up to 15 lbs., unassisted. (Infrequent)
- Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected, in one eye or with both eyes. (Continuous)
- Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand. (Frequent)
- Ability to see and recognize objects at a distance. (Frequent)
- Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception. (Continuous)
- Good peripheral vision capabilities. (Continuous)
- Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction. (Continuous)
- Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Frequent)
If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!
The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.
Medical University of South Carolina participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here: http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify/employees
Job Description Summary
This position will be supported through a K23 Career Development Award from the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA). This candidate will devote a minimum of 75% effort to research activities associated with the NIAAA K23 grant and up to 25% effort may be spent in other research activities such as working as a co-investigator on grants alongside principal investigators in the Addiction Science Division.
Entity
Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC - Univ)
Worker Type
Employee
Worker Sub-Type
Faculty
Cost Center
CC001039 COM PSYCH Addiction Science CC
Pay Rate Type
Salary
Pay Grade
University-00
Pay Range
0.00 - 0.00 - 0.000
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Work Shift
Job Description
Job Summary: This position will be supported through a K23 Career Development Award from the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA). This candidate will devote a minimum of 75% effort to research activities associated with the NIAAA K23 grant and up to 25% effort may be spent in other research activities such as working as a co-investigator on grants alongside principal investigators in the Addiction Science Division. The candidate will also apply for other grants in areas of relevant expertise. The specific research focus for this position will be novel treatment development and evaluation for alcohol and other substance use disorders.
The K23 mentorship team and the environment of the Addiction Sciences Division will provide a supportive environment and access to faculty who will offer expertise and guidance in research design, measurement techniques, study coordination, data management, biostatistical analysis, research dissemination, and grant writing. In addition to leading the specific K23-supported research project, the individual will work with other faculty in pursuing an array of research endeavors as a co-investigator, further extending the individual's background and experience.
Payscale Salary Range: UNIV-Band 0: Commensurate with experience.
FLSA: Salaried
Minimum Requirements: Candidate must hold a PhD degree or similar.
Additional Job Description
Physical Requirements: (Note: The following descriptions are applicable to this section: Continuous - 6-8 hours per shift; Frequent - 2-6 hours per shift; Infrequent - 0-2 hours per shift)
- Ability to perform job functions in an upright position. (Frequent)
- Ability to perform job functions in a seated position. (Frequent)
- Ability to perform job functions while walking/mobile. (Frequent)
- Ability to work indoors. (Continuous)
- Ability to work outdoors in all weather and temperature extremes. (Infrequent)
- Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces. (Infrequent)
- Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions. (Infrequent)
- Ability to squat and perform job functions. (Infrequent)
- Ability to perform 'pinching' operations. (Infrequent)
- Ability to fully use both hands/arms. (Frequent)
- Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Frequent)
- Ability to reach in all directions. (Frequent)
- Possess good finger dexterity. (Continuous)
- Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Continuous)
- Ability to lift and carry 15 lbs., unassisted. (Infrequent)
- Ability to lift objects, up to 15 lbs., from floor level to height of 36 inches, unassisted. (Infrequent)
- Ability to lower objects, up to 15 lbs., from height of 36 inches to floor level, unassisted. (Infrequent)
- Ability to push/pull objects, up to 15 lbs., unassisted. (Infrequent)
- Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected, in one eye or with both eyes. (Continuous)
- Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand. (Frequent)
- Ability to see and recognize objects at a distance. (Frequent)
- Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception. (Continuous)
- Good peripheral vision capabilities. (Continuous)
- Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction. (Continuous)
- Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Frequent)
If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!
The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.
Medical University of South Carolina participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here: http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify/employees
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship as an Addiction Counselor
Verify your credentials match TN requirements
TN visa classification for Addiction Counselors falls under the Social Worker category, which requires a baccalaureate or licenciatura degree in social work or a closely related counseling field. A general psychology or sociology degree may not satisfy the requirement without supplemental documentation.
Research state licensure before targeting employers
Each U.S. state sets its own licensed counselor credentials, and some require CACREP-accredited degrees or supervised hours completed domestically. Confirm your Canadian or Mexican credentials are eligible for reciprocity or endorsement in your target state before applying.
Target employers with existing TN hiring infrastructure
Behavioral health networks, federally qualified health centers, and VA-affiliated treatment programs regularly sponsor TN professionals and understand the documentation process. Search Migrate Mate to find Addiction Counselor roles from employers with active TN visa sponsorship history.
Get a detailed support letter from your employer
Your employer's support letter must specify your job title as Addiction Counselor or equivalent, describe duties tied to the Social Worker TN category, and confirm your degree aligns with the role. A vague letter is the most common reason CBP officers request additional review.
Understand how Mexican TN applicants apply differently
Mexican nationals cannot use the Canadian port-of-entry process. You must apply at a U.S. consulate and receive a visa stamp before entering. Schedule your consular appointment early, as wait times in Mexico City and Monterrey can extend several weeks.
Prepare for credential questions during CBP inspection
Bring original transcripts, your degree certificate, and any provincial or national licensure documents. CBP officers reviewing Social Worker TN cases often ask how your degree program specifically prepared you for addiction counseling, so be ready to explain the connection clearly.
Addiction Counselor TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Addiction Counselor role qualify for TN visa sponsorship?
Addiction Counselors qualify under the Social Worker TN category, which requires a baccalaureate or licenciatura degree in social work or a closely related field. The role must involve duties consistent with professional counseling or social work practice. CBP makes the final determination at the port of entry or consulate, so your employer's support letter and your credentials must align precisely with this category.
How does the TN visa compare to H-1B for Addiction Counselor positions?
The TN visa has no annual lottery, no cap for Canadians, and can be obtained at a port of entry the same day for Canadian citizens, making it significantly faster than the H-1B visa process. H-1B requires employer sponsorship months in advance and is subject to a competitive lottery. For licensed addiction counseling professionals from Canada or Mexico, TN is generally the faster and more predictable route.
What documentation do I need to present as a Canadian Addiction Counselor at the border?
You need your Canadian passport, a detailed employer support letter describing your duties and confirming your TN-qualifying role, your original degree transcripts, your degree certificate, and any relevant provincial licensure credentials. If your degree is in a related field rather than social work directly, bring documentation explaining the connection between your education and addiction counseling practice.
Where can I find Addiction Counselor jobs that offer TN visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for Canadian and Mexican professionals seeking U.S. roles with TN visa sponsorship. You can search for Addiction Counselor positions filtered by TN eligibility, which saves time compared to applying broadly and asking employers about sponsorship during the interview process.
Can my Canadian provincial counseling license transfer to the U.S. for TN purposes?
Provincial licensure supports your TN application but does not automatically satisfy U.S. state licensing requirements. Most states require you to apply for licensure by endorsement or examination after arrival. Some states also require supervised hours completed under a U.S.-licensed supervisor. Check your target state's licensed professional counselor board requirements before accepting an offer.