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Substance Use Counselor

Groups Recover Together, Inc.

#Behavioral Health #EMR #Harm Reduction #Group Therapy #Human Services #LICSW #Social Work #Substance Use Disorder #Counselor

Quick overview

Lead 3-4 structured group therapy sessions daily while collaborating with a multidisciplinary care team. Monitor member progress, maintain clinical documentation, and engage in local community outreach to support the organization's mission.

Requirements summary

A Master's degree is required, along with at least two years of experience leading groups in a substance use disorder setting. Preferred candidates hold active behavioral health licensure such as ADC, AADC, LPC, or LICSW.

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Job description

Overview Overview At Groups, we know recovery is possible – and no one should have to do it alone.
As a Counselor, you’ll lead dynamic group therapy sessions and be a vital part of our member-centered care teams.
You’ll work in a mission-driven environment where compassion, integrity, and human connection drive real transformation.
We’re more than a treatment provider – we’re a recovery community.
Join us as we change the future of addiction healthcare.
If you believe in recovery, harm reduction, and member-centered care — this is your place.

Salary Range

Salary: $53,041 - $63,565 *Based on experience, and educationSchedule: This role follows a Tuesday through Friday schedule, with four 10-hour workdays (40 hours per week).

Responsibilities

What You’ll Do Lead 3–4 one-hour group therapy sessions per day using a structured, evidence-based curriculum. Facilitate group discussions using a “plug and play” approach from approved modalities to meet members where they are within the guardrails of our clinical framework. Collaborate with prescribers, care navigators, and recovery coaches. Monitor member progress and document outcomes. Support a positive, recovery-oriented environment for members. Engage in local community outreach to promote Groups’ mission.

Qualifications

Master’s degree required.

Preferred

Active behavioral health licensure including but not limited to: GSW, LCSW, LPC, LMFT, ADC, AADC, LICSW, or associate-level licensure; alternatively, Master’s degree (or BA with relevant experience) with ability and willingness to obtain licensure reciprocity in other states Minimum two years’ leading groups in a SUD setting.
High comfort level with
Technology: EMR, Telehealth software, Google products (Gmail, Google Docs/Sheets/Drive), mobile apps, etc. Compassion, collaboration, commitment to quality care, and an investment in member success. Ability to work 2-3 evenings per week up to 9pm as needed.
Other preferred backgrounds, experience, and skills include: mental health, social work, substance use disorder treatment, therapy, human services, social services, medication assisted treatment or MAT.