Substance Use Disorder Counselor VA Residential Treatment New Orleans LA
$58.2k - $71.5kCLFC Healthcare and Communications
Substance Use Disorder Counselor
Location: New Orleans, LA (Community-Based Residential Facility, VA SLVHCS Catchment Area)
Employment Type: Full-time with benefits
Salary Range: $58,200 - $71,500 annually
About the Role
CLFC Healthcare & Communications is seeking Licensed Substance Use Disorder Counselors for a VA community-based residential treatment program serving veterans in the New Orleans, LA catchment area. This program provides residential treatment and case management for 25 veterans participating in the Southeast Louisiana Veterans Healthcare System (SLVHCS) Substance Use Disorder Program.
You will deliver evidence-based substance use disorder treatment including individual and group therapy, case management, and discharge planning in a residential setting. This role supports veterans transitioning from active substance use to recovery through a structured therapeutic environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide individual and group substance use disorder counseling using evidence-based approaches (CBT, MI, 12-Step Facilitation, EMDR, or other VA-approved modalities)
- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans aligned with VA SUD treatment standards
- Conduct biopsychosocial assessments and ongoing clinical evaluations
- Coordinate case management services including housing assistance, benefits navigation, employment support, and community resource referrals
- Facilitate discharge planning and aftercare coordination with VA outpatient services
- Maintain clinical documentation per VA and state regulatory requirements
- Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and care coordination with SLVHCS clinical staff
- Support CARF or Joint Commission accreditation compliance
Required Qualifications
- Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or related field
- Active Louisiana state licensure: LCSW, LPC, or Licensed Addictions Counselor (LAC)
- Minimum 2 years of clinical experience in substance use disorder treatment
- Experience with evidence-based SUD treatment modalities
- Knowledge of VA healthcare system and veteran-specific behavioral health needs preferred
- Ability to pass a VA background investigation
Preferred Qualifications
- CADC (Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor) or equivalent addiction counseling certification
- Experience in residential treatment settings
- Experience working with veteran populations
- Familiarity with VA SUD treatment protocols and CARF standards
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus for New Orleans service area
Compensation and Benefits
- Competitive salary: $58,200 - $71,500 annually
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid time off and holiday pay
- Professional development and CE support
- Meaningful work serving veterans in recovery
About CLFC Healthcare & Communications
CLFC Healthcare & Communications provides healthcare staffing and language access services to federal, state, and local government agencies nationwide. With 500+ healthcare professionals and 200+ interpreters, CLFC delivers reliable workforce solutions across the country. CLFC is a Small Business and Self-Certified Small Disadvantaged Business. Equal Opportunity Employer.
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