Local Contract Substance Use Counselor - $60-65 per hour Job at LanceSoft, Knoxville, TN

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  • LanceSoft
  • Knoxville, TN

Job Description

LanceSoft is seeking a local contract Substance Use Counselor for a local contract job in Knoxville, Tennessee.

Job Description & Requirements

  • Specialty: Substance Use Counselor
  • Discipline: Therapy
  • Start Date: 06/20/2025
  • Duration: 52 weeks
  • 40 hours per week
  • Shift: 8 hours, flexible
  • Employment Type: Local Contract

Position Type: Full-time, Direct-hire, On-site Openings: 15+
Title: Substance Abuse Therapist / Licensed Therapist

Location: Tennessee, Virginia

 

Purpose:

The therapist provides counselling services within state and federal regulations, ensuring patient care meets standards. They foster a safe, supportive environment for recovery, addressing both mental health and substance use disorders.


Duties:

  • Work within a multidisciplinary treatment team
  • Conduct assessments, individual counselling, and treatment planning
  • Provide opioid use disorder therapy and crisis intervention
  • Maintain accurate patient records
  • Stay informed on local drug trends, addiction treatment, and behavioural health strategies

Requirements:

  • Education: MSW, LMSW (TN only), LSW (VA only), LMFT (TN only), or LPC (TN only)
  • Experience: Working with substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders
  • Certifications: CPR & First Aid required
  • Special Requirements: Maintain state trainee/intern status, follow NAADAC Code of Ethics

Work Conditions:

  • Must be physically and emotionally stable, able to assist patients when needed
  • Exposure to bloodborne pathogens and contagious diseases, requiring Universal Precautions
  • Regular supervision and competency evaluations

Compensation & Benefits:

  • Salary based on experience
  • Standard benefits offered

This role is available in multiple locations across Virginia (VA) and Tennessee (TN). Pay will vary based on experience.

About LanceSoft

Established in 2000, LanceSoft is a Certified MBE and Woman-Owned organization. Lancesoft Inc. is one of the highest rated companies in the industry. We have been recognized as one of the Largest Staffing firms and ranked in the top 50 fastest Growing Healthcare Staffing firms in 2022. Lancesoft offers short- and long-term contracts, permanent placements, and travel opportunities to credentialed and experienced professionals throughout the United States. We pride ourselves on having industry leading benefits. We understand the importance of partnering with an expert who values your needs, which is why we’re 100% committed to finding you an assignment that best matches your career and lifestyle goals. Our team of experienced career specialists takes the time to understand your needs and match you with the right job Lancesoft has been chosen by Staffing Industry Analysts as one of the Best Staffing Firms to Work for.LanceSoft specializes in providing Registered Nurses, Nurse Practitioners, LPNs/LVNs, Social Workers, Medical Assistants, and Certified Nursing Assistants to work in Acute Care Centers, Skilled Nursing Facilities, Long-Term Care centers, Rehab Facilities, Behavioral Health Centers, Drug & Alcohol Facilities, Home Health & Community Health, Urgent Care Clinics, and many other provider-based facilities.

Benefits

  • Weekly pay
  • Medical benefits

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Weekly pay, Permanent employment, Full time, Contract work, Fixed term contract, Traineeship, Internship, Local area, Flexible hours, Shift work,

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