Addictions Therapist

Avenues Recovery•Manchester, NH

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Avenues Recovery Center is a nationwide network of drug and alcohol rehab centers with 18 locations across 7 states, known for its evidence-based clinical curriculum and highly individualized care. Their programs include detox, residential, PHP, IOP, and outpatient services. The New England location operates as a residential-style outpatient drug and alcohol rehab program, offering partial hospitalization and intensive outpatient treatment services. It is exclusively affiliated with Sober Living New Hampshire, providing clients with a beautiful, relaxed, domestic setting with round-the-clock supervision and care while they engage in treatment. The center fosters a warm, accepting, and growth-oriented environment designed to motivate clients towards hope and healing. The staff comprises skilled and passionate professionals, including nurse practitioners, primary therapists, clinicians, addictions counselors, and behavioral health technicians, many of whom are in recovery themselves, allowing for deep empathy and understanding of client needs.

Requirements

Master's degree in psychology, counseling or related field required
Valid state licensure / certification necessary to practice in this role
Excellent observational, collaborative and interpersonal skills
Strong oral and written communication skills
Compassionate, dignified character which models recovery principles
Ability to set strong boundaries and maintain absolute confidentiality

Responsibilities

Create individualized, evidence-based treatment plans for each client
Conduct individual, group, family and couple therapy sessions
Take responsibility for all clinical needs, services, and aftercare for your client caseload
Prevent, intervene and de-escalate in event of a crisis
Maintain impeccable documentation of client challenges, progress, relapse risk, and intervention
Collaborate with Clinical Director, treatment team and family for seamless coordination of care
Model ethics, morality and recovery principles in every professional interaction - honesty, accountability, dignity and respect