Counselor

Job Description

Job Description

At McLeod Centers for Wellbeing, our mission is to build a foundation of healing and hope based on equity, education, and evidence-based practice for all communities. A nonprofit founded in 1969 in Charlotte, North Carolina, we have since grown to be one of the largest providers of comprehensive substance use disorder treatment in western North Carolina. From initial assessment to customized aftercare, McLeod Centers provides compassionate, steadfast support for our patients’ journey to recovery. We are looking for passionate people to join our team!

McLeod Centers for Wellbeing is seeking a Full-Time Counselor to join our Residential team at our Charlotte, NC location.

How will you help us achieve our mission? You will:

• Provide evidence-based assessment, counseling, and education services to individuals experiencing mental health and substance use disorders within your scope of certification or licensure.
• Collaborate with clients to develop individualized treatment and discharge plans that promote sustainable recovery.
• Monitor and evaluate client progress, adapting treatment approaches and recommending appropriate levels of care when needed.
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation in the electronic health record system.
• Present and staff cases with the multidisciplinary treatment team as appropriate.
• Provide education and support to family members to strengthen recovery outcomes.
• Coordinate referrals and collaborate with internal and external support services to ensure comprehensive care.
• Assist with documentation required for treatment authorizations.
• Participate in required clinical supervision and ongoing professional development.
• Adhere to all agency, state, and federal regulations, policies, and ethical guidelines.

What are the qualifications needed for this role?:

• Master’s degree in Counseling, Addiction Studies, or a related discipline (requirements vary based on licensure or certification).
• Valid North Carolina fully licensed LCAS required.
• Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage complex or emotionally sensitive situations with professionalism and sound judgment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, SharePoint, OneDrive, Teams, etc.).

What we offer you as an employee:

• Generous Leave Policies: Enjoy paid time off, bereavement leave, and parent-child educational leave.
• Holiday Benefits: Receive 9 paid observed holidays, 1 floating holiday, and a paid day off during your birthday month.
• Student Loan Forgiveness: As an employee of a nonprofit organization, you may qualify for Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).
• Continuous Growth Opportunities: Access ongoing professional development support and free continuing education opportunities across multiple disciplines. We also provide high-quality clinical supervision for professionals seeking CADC and LCAS licensure.
• SUD Professional Licensure Support: McLeod Centers covers initial CADC certification or LCAS licensure costs, including application fees, background checks, exam fees, and supervision requirements.
• Additional Incentives: Bilingual applicants receive an additional 5% pay differential (subject to verification of language proficiency). Hybrid work flexibility is available based on role requirements.

Bilingual applicants will receive an additional five percent (5%) pay differential, subject to verification of language proficiency.

Research indicates that women and underrepresented groups tend to apply for jobs only when they believe they meet 100% of the qualifications. At McLeod Centers, we encourage you to challenge this statistic and apply. It's rare for anyone to meet every qualification. We look forward to hearing from you!