Substance Abuse Counselor

Position Summary
The Substance Abuse Counselor provides substance use disorder counseling, education, and recovery support services to incarcerated individuals. This role supports Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) and non-MAT treatment plans through evidence-based counseling practices while operating within licensed scope and established program guidelines.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct substance use disorder screenings and provide counseling services to
  individuals enrolled in treatment programs.

• Facilitate individual and group counseling focused on recovery, relapse prevention, and behavioral change.
• Utilize evidence-based counseling approaches, including motivational interviewing and cognitive behavioral techniques.
• Collaborate with MAT providers, psychiatric services, nursing staff, and case
  management to support integrated treatment plans.
• Document counseling sessions, progress notes, and treatment participation
  accurately and confidentially.
• Participate in interdisciplinary case reviews, staffing meetings, and CQI activities.
• Support discharge planning by reinforcing recovery education and connection to community-based treatment resources.
• Maintain compliance with confidentiality, documentation, and professional conduct standards.

Qualifications

• Current New Mexico certification or licensure as a Substance Abuse Counselor
  (CADAC, LADAC, or equivalent).
• Experience providing substance use disorder counseling in correctional, residential, or community-based settings preferred.
• Training in evidence-based addiction counseling practices required.

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly pay
• Stable scheduling with 12-hour shifts
• Supportive leadership and clinical oversight
• Opportunity to be part of a growing correctional healthcare organization
• Meaningful work serving an underserved population

About Thrive Medical Services, LLC
Thrive Medical Services, LLC is a New Mexico–based correctional healthcare provider committed to delivering high-quality medical, mental health, and substance use disorder services to county detention facilities. Our mission is to provide ethical, compliant, and patient-centered care while supporting our clinical staff with strong leadership and clear clinical protocols.