Certified Addictions Counselor – Camp Lejeune
US Got People (USGP)

US Got People (USGP) is seeking a Certified Addictions Counselor to provide high-quality substance abuse counseling services to military service members, veterans, and their families at Camp Lejeune.

Benefits

Competitive Pay: $30/hour + Health & Welfare stipendSchedule: Monday–Friday | 6:00 AM–8:00 PM | 8.5-hour shifts | Up to 80 hours per pay period

Qualifications

Education:Associate of Arts degree in a behavioral science with specialized training in substance abuse and chemical dependency treatment; ORCompletion of a Military Department Drug and Alcohol Program Management Activity School leading to Military Department Certification as an Alcohol and Drug Abuse CounselorCertification (Maintain a national certification credential with one of the following):National Association of Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselors (NAADAC)National Board of Certified Counselors (NBCC)International Certification & Reciprocity Consortium (IC&RC)Basic Life Support (BLS) certification requiredExperience: Minimum of 1 year as a Substance Abuse Counselor post-graduationLicense: Current, full, active, and unrestricted license to practice as a Certified Addictions Counselor

Immunization Requirements

(All immunizations must be current or able to be obtained prior to start date)

Hepatitis B (series and titer)Tdap (Tetanus, Diphtheria, Pertussis)MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella)Varicella (Chickenpox)TB (Tuberculosis) testSeasonal Influenza vaccineCOVID-19 vaccine (if applicable)

Primary Responsibilities

Deliver a full range of addiction counseling services consistent with professional standards and scope of practice.Gather and provide information relevant to treatment planning and program development.Conduct comprehensive substance use and addiction assessments.Identify and document medical and psychological consequences of alcohol and drug use, including withdrawal and detoxification.Facilitate appropriate placement and management of patients within the continuum of care for substance use treatment.

Why Join USGP?

At USGP, we are dedicated to supporting our nation’s veterans, service members, and their families. We believe in investing in our team—providing opportunities for professional growth, fostering a culture of respect, and recognizing each employee’s contributions.

This is an excellent opportunity for a compassionate, mission-driven professional who wants to make a meaningful difference while advancing their career within a federal facility.

USGP is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer
(M/F/disability/protected veteran status)

We look forward to receiving your resume!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $30.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

401(k)Dental insuranceHealth insuranceLife insurancePaid time offVision insurance

Education:

Associate (Required)

Experience:

Addiction counseling: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

National Association of Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselors (Required)BLS Certification (Required)National Board of Certified Counselors (Required)International Certification & Reciprocity Consortium (Required)

Ability to Commute:

Camp Lejeune, NC 28542 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

Camp Lejeune, NC 28542: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person