A Mental or Behavioral Health Counselor works with patients to treat mental health problems. Assesses patients and assists with diagnosis, counseling and crisis intervention. Consults with nurses, doctors and psychiatrists. May work with specific populations, such as youth, senior citizens or substance abusers, in group settings, facilities or hospitals.
Director of Addiction Services - LCADC + LCSW/LPC Full-Time | Monday-Friday | 8:00 AM-4:30
PM Salary:
$80,000-$90,000 annually Higher compensation may be considered for highly experienced, dual-licensed, or advanced-credentialed candidates. Required Licensure Active
NJ LCADC
Active NJ LCSW or LPC ACS and/or CCS credential Join Our Growing Leadership Team Unity Place is seeking an experienced and motivated Director of Addiction Services to lead and strengthen our substance use and co-occurring treatment services. Our programs serve adults with substance use disorders, mental health conditions, and co-occurring/dual diagnoses through Partial Care, Intensive Outpatient (IOP), and Outpatient (OP) levels of care. This is an excellent opportunity for a strong clinician and leader who enjoys developing staff, strengthening programs, maintaining clinical excellence, and helping shape the continued growth of an organization. Key Responsibilities Provide clinical and administrative leadership for addiction treatment services Oversee day-to-day clinical operations across applicable Partial Care, IOP, and OP programs Supervise, mentor, and support licensed and credentialed clinical staff Review assessments, treatment plans, progress notes, and discharge documentation Maintain strong clinical, documentation, and treatment standards Support compliance with NJ DMHAS, Medicaid, managed care, and organizational requirements Participate in Quality Assurance and performance improvement initiatives Collaborate with clinical, medical, admissions, case management, and operations teams Support staff development, training, program growth, and clinical improvement Identify opportunities to improve patient engagement and treatment outcomes
Qualifications Required:
Active
NJ LCADC
Active NJ LCSW or LPC ACS and/or CCS credential Behavioral health and/or substance use treatment experience Strong clinical documentation, leadership, and organizational skills Ability to effectively lead and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams
Strongly Preferred:
Clinical leadership or supervisory experience Partial Care, IOP, and/or OP experience Experience with co-occurring/dual diagnosis populations Knowledge of
NJ DMHAS
regulations and compliance standards Why Join Unity Place? Monday-Friday schedule Supportive and collaborative leadership team Strong clinical autonomy and professional respect Opportunity to help shape and expand programs Professional development and advancement opportunities Growing organization with opportunities for long-term leadership growth Mission-driven environment focused on recovery and quality patient care Benefits Health, Dental & Vision Insurance 401(k) Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays Professional Development Support Growth & Advancement Opportunities Our Ideal Candidate We are looking for a confident, organized, and solutions-oriented clinical leader who understands both patient care and behavioral health operations. The right candidate leads with professionalism and accountability, supports and develops their team, and is passionate about improving treatment quality and patient outcomes. If you're an experienced
LCADC + LCSW/LPC
ready to take the next step in behavioral health leadership, we'd like to hear from you. Apply today to join Unity Place.
Pay:
From $90,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Vision insurance
Experience:
Substance Use & Co-Occurring :
5 years (Required) Mental health counseling: 5 years (Preferred)
