Job Description

Pyramid Healthcare is dedicated to offering the highest quality of care to those we serve. A focus on client-focused care establishes our family of brands as respected leaders in addiction treatment, mental health recovery and eating disorder treatment modalities.

Pyramid Healthcare offers comprehensive behavioral healthcare defined by supportive environments that offer patients the strength they need to overcome life’s challenges. We offer behavioral healthcare services – psychiatry, addiction recovery, mental disorder treatment, etc. – that allow clients at all stages of recovery or rehabilitation to reclaim health and well-being.

Substance Abuse Counselor – LCAS / CADC

📍 Asheville, NC

💰 $52,000–$58,000 annually, based on licensure and experience

🕐 Full-Time | Monday–Friday | 5:00 AM–1:00 PM

🎯 Full Benefits + PTO + Paid Holidays + 401(k) Match

Make an Impact in Addiction Recovery

Pyramid Healthcare is seeking a Substance Abuse Counselor to join our Asheville treatment team. This position provides direct clinical services to individuals receiving treatment for opioid use disorder and other substance use disorders in a structured outpatient treatment setting.

This is an excellent opportunity for a counselor who is passionate about addiction treatment, enjoys building therapeutic relationships, and wants to help individuals make meaningful progress in recovery.

The schedule is Monday through Friday, 5:00 AM–1:00 PM, making this a great opportunity for a clinician who prefers an early daytime schedule.

What You'll Do

• Provide individual, group, and family counseling to clients receiving substance use disorder treatment
• Complete clinical assessments and develop individualized treatment plans
• Provide substance use education, recovery support, and relapse prevention services
• Monitor client progress and update treatment plans based on clinical needs
• Maintain accurate, timely, and thorough clinical documentation in the EHR
• Participate in treatment team meetings and collaborate with other members of the care team
• Support continuity of care, aftercare planning, and discharge planning
• Communicate with referral sources, families, and other providers as appropriate
• Assist with crisis intervention and level-of-care assessments
• Maintain appropriate professional boundaries and client confidentiality
• Follow all applicable state regulations, clinical standards, and company policies
• Support a safe, respectful, and recovery-focused treatment environment

What You'll Need

Required Licensure

One of the following credentials is required:

• CADC-I
• CADC
• LCAS-A
• LCAS

Education

• Master’s degree in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or a related behavioral health field preferred
• Candidates with a Bachelor’s degree, Associate’s degree, or High School Diploma may be considered based on applicable CADC/CADC-I credentials and experience

Experience & Skills

• Experience working with substance use disorders preferred
• Experience in opioid use disorder treatment or medication-assisted treatment (MAT) is a plus
• Experience working with co-occurring mental health disorders preferred
• Knowledge of recovery-oriented and trauma-informed care
• Strong clinical documentation and organizational skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary treatment team
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and appropriate professional boundaries

Why Join Pyramid Healthcare?

At Pyramid Healthcare, you'll be part of a team dedicated to providing compassionate, evidence-based addiction and behavioral healthcare.

Full-Time Benefits Include:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Training & Professional Development
• Employee Recognition Programs
• Career Growth Opportunities
• Referral Bonus Opportunities

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you're a CADC, CADC-I, LCAS-A, or LCAS looking for a full-time counseling opportunity with a consistent Monday–Friday, 5:00 AM–1:00 PM schedule, apply today to join Pyramid Healthcare in Asheville.

Help individuals take meaningful steps toward recovery while building your career with a team committed to quality addiction treatment.

Pyramid CORE Values:

We are committed and proud to live our CORE values and use them to inspire those around us. Our employees are expected to align with these values, behaviors, and standards. We are held accountable for upholding these CORE Values: INTEGRITY is striving to be honest, transparent, and ethical when dealing with clients, staff, and the community. DEDICATION is demonstrating an unwavering commitment to always provide exceptional care and support to those we serve is needed daily. COLLABORATION is a steadfast, team-focused approach; working together to achieve excellence. PASSION is genuine, compelling, and relentless desire to improve lives and support Pyramid Healthcare’s mission.

Total Rewards for Full-Time Positions:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Recognition Programs
• Referral Bonus opportunities
• And More!

Want to know more?

To learn more about Pyramid Healthcare, and how you can achieve personal and professional growth, visit us at: https://bit.ly/Pyramid-Careers.

Pyramid Healthcare, Inc. is proud of its diverse workforce, and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.