Certified Substance Abuse Counselor

University Health Partners of Hawai'i (UCERA)

Certified Substance Abuse Counselor providing telehealth assessment and counseling services for substance use disorders in alignment with Hawaiʻi state standards.

Posted 5/2/2026full-timeRemote • Hawaii • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $65,000 - $75,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provides client-centered assessment, counseling, and case management services for individuals with substance use disorders (SUD)
Supports clients through telehealth by delivering evidence-based interventions
Coordinates care, and promotes long-term recovery in alignment with Hawaiʻi state CSAC standards and UHP policies
Works a minimum of 20 hours per week, between 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM based on client and program needs

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Behavioral Sciences, or related field
Current Hawaiʻi CSAC, CADC, LADC, SAP, or equivalent certification
Experience in substance use treatment, behavioral health, or related human services
Strong understanding of SUD treatment principles, recovery models, and community resources in Hawaiʻi
Ability to conduct comprehensive assessments and develop individualized treatment plans
Proficiency with electronic health records (EHR), telehealth platforms, and digital communication tools
Excellent communication, motivational interviewing, and interpersonal skills
Demonstrated cultural humility and commitment to equitable, patient-centered care
Ability to work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team in a remote environment
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage a diverse caseload
Knowledge of HIPAA, 42 CFR Part 2, and confidentiality standards.

Benefits

Comp & perks

100% employee health and dental coverage and vision
Flexible spending plan
Retirement plan with up to 3% dollar-for-dollar company matching contributions
100% company paid group Life/AD&D/LTD insurance
Employee assistance program (EAP)
Pet Insurance, Prepaid legal with competitive rates

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Hard Skills & Tools

substance use treatmentbehavioral healthcomprehensive assessmentsindividualized treatment plansevidence-based interventionsrecovery models

Soft Skills

communicationmotivational interviewinginterpersonal skillscultural humilitycollaborationorganizational skillsattention to detail

Certifications

Hawaiʻi CSACCADCLADCSAP