Substance Abuse Counselor

Company Description Serenity Lane is a non-profit substance use disorder treatment organization that has served Oregon communities since 1973 with detox, residential, outpatient, and medication-assisted treatment services. The organization is dedicated to transforming lives through evidence-based addiction treatment and compassionate care. Serenity Lane believes that recovery is possible and works to support individuals at every stage of their recovery journey. Guided by its vision, Serenity Lane helps individuals and families achieve lifelong recovery, become the people they aspire to be, and live in service to others.

Role Description This is a full-time, on-site Substance Abuse Counselor role based in Eugene, OR. The counselor provides individual and group counseling to patients with substance use disorders, using evidence-based approaches tailored to each person’s needs. Daily responsibilities include conducting intake assessments, developing and updating treatment plans, coordinating case management services, and documenting progress in accordance with regulatory and organizational standards. The role also involves educating patients and families about addiction and recovery, facilitating relapse prevention strategies, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to support comprehensive care. The counselor participates in team meetings, contributes to program development, and supports continuity of care across detox, residential, outpatient, and medication-assisted treatment programs.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability in Treatment Planning and Case Management to create, implement, and monitor individualized care plans.
• Knowledge of Chemical Dependency and related evidence-based interventions to support effective substance use disorder treatment.
• Skills in Relapse Prevention and Mental Health support to address co-occurring conditions and promote long-term recovery.
• Relevant licensure or certification as a counselor CADCll, QMHA, CRMll in accordance with Oregon state requirements.
• Strong therapeutic communication, crisis intervention, and motivational interviewing skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team and maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation.
• Experience in addiction treatment or behavioral health settings and familiarity with trauma-informed and person-centered care are highly beneficial.