Disciplines / LCDC / CADC
Substance Use Counselor (LCDC / CADC)
Substance use counselors deliver assessment, individual and group treatment across outpatient, IOP, residential and MAT programs.
- Advertised pay
- $48k – $70k
- Credential
- State certification or licensure (CADC, LCDC, LADC and equivalents)
- Live roles
- None open today
What is a Substance Use Counselor (LCDC / CADC), and what does the role pay?
What the role does
- Complete ASAM-based assessments and level-of-care decisions
- Deliver individual and group treatment
- Support MAT programs alongside prescribers
- Coordinate aftercare and recovery supports
Credential and route in
State certification or licensure (CADC, LCDC, LADC and equivalents) · State substance use certification boards; IC&RC
- 1Education requirement varies by state and credential level
- 2Supervised clinical hours in a substance use setting
- 3State examination
- 4Certification and continuing education
Advertised pay
| Career stage | Advertised pay | What typically sits behind it |
|---|---|---|
| Entry | $48k | Newly credentialed, supervised caseload |
| Mid-career | $58k | Full caseload, independent, some supervision of others |
| Senior | $70k | Lead or multi-site scope, clinical quality ownership |
Ranges reflect what we typically see advertised on roles we recruit for in the US. They are a market guide, not a survey, and vary by setting, caseload and experience. Last reviewed August 2026.
Where LCDC / CADCs work
Outpatient and IOP · Residential treatment · Detox · MAT clinics · Criminal justice programs
Specialties
- Substance use treatmentDetox, residential, IOP, outpatient and MAT programs across the full continuum of addiction care.
- Inpatient and residentialPsychiatric hospitals, residential treatment centers and PHP programs treating high-acuity mental health presentations.
- Community mental healthMedicaid-funded outpatient and community programs delivering therapy, prescribing, case management and crisis services.
Demand right now
Consistently high, with acute pressure in residential and detox settings.
Hiring LCDC / CADCs?
Group sizes, documentation load and shift patterns are the differentiators in this market.
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Board Certified Behavior Analyst, BCBA
Discipline: Board Certified Behavior Analyst State: South Carolina Roles open: 1 role Timeframe: Next 1–3 months Setting: ABA and autism services “Indigo Therapy Services LLC is seeking a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) to support our growing caseload in the Summerville and Charleston, South Carolina areas. We are looking for a qualified BCBA to support current and incoming ABA clients. Schedule, caseload, supervision expectations, and service locations can be discussed based on candidate availability. Competitive compensation and a sign-on bonus are available. If you are interested in this opportunity, please send your resume to akahook@indigotherapy.org consideration.
- Employer
- Indigo Therapy Services LLC.
- Location
- South Carolina
- Advertised pay
- Pay range to be confirmed
- Contract
- full time · BCBA
Program Manager
Discipline: Board Certified Behavior Analyst State: Wisconsin Roles open: 1 role Timeframe: Urgent — this month Setting: ABA and autism services Provide ongoing clinical oversight, direction, and supervision to RBTs and Behavior Therapists. Provide required in-person supervision and face-to-face clinical activities at our Green Bay center. Develop, review, and oversee individualized treatment plans and behavior-analytic programming. Complete and oversee initial assessments and semi-annual re-assessments. Develop and maintain Prior Authorization (PA) documentation and supporting clinical materials. Review client data and make data-based treatment decisions. Monitor client progress and modify treatment plans as clinically appropriate. Provide ongoing mentorship, feedback, and support to RBTs and Behavior Therapists. Maintain accurate, timely, and high-quality clinical documentation. Ensure documentation and clinical practices align with Wisconsin Medicaid/ForwardHealth requirements. Collaborate with families, staff, and other members of the client's care team. Participate in the continued development and growth of the Autism and Behavioral Services program.
- Employer
- Innovative Counseling, Inc.
- Location
- Wisconsin
- Advertised pay
- $65,000
- Contract
- full time · BCBA
Board Certified Behavior Analyst — Ongoing pipeline
Discipline: Board Certified Behavior Analyst State: Pennsylvania Roles open: Ongoing pipeline Timeframe: Urgent — this month Setting: ABA and autism services No further detail supplied at intake.
- Employer
- Hearts ABA
- Location
- Pennsylvania
- Advertised pay
- Pay range to be confirmed
- Contract
- full time · BCBA
Physical Therapist — 2–3 roles
Discipline: Physical Therapist State: New Jersey Roles open: 2–3 roles Timeframe: Urgent — this month Setting: Inpatient and residential Sports Medicine/Ortho clinic with multiple disciplines including medical. Caseload of 90-110/week with full floor staff team to assist with patients. Sign on bonus and weekly visit average bonus offer as well.
- Employer
- NJ Sports Spine & Wellness
- Location
- New Jersey
- Advertised pay
- 90000-115000
- Contract
- full time · PT
Remote SLP Jobs - School Teletherapy, Nationwide (US)
A remote school teletherapy SLP role on a district calendar, paying $80,000 to $98,000. Caseloads are capped, materials and equipment are provided, and the contract covers state licensure fees wherever your assigned districts sit. Take a Seat People confirms caseload, supervision and pay in writing before a remote role goes live.
- Employer
- Confidential SLP provider — Remote (US)
- Location
- Remote (US) · Remote
- Advertised pay
- $80,000 - $98,000
- Contract
- full time · SLP
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