Counselor/Counselor Supervisee - $5k Sign on Bonus

Mainspring Recovery•Lynchburg, VA

12d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Counselor or Counselor Supervisee to join our residential treatment team. This role is centered on the core of residential programming—group facilitation and recovery-focused engagement. The ideal candidate is passionate about substance use disorder treatment, thrives in a group-based therapeutic environment, and values consistent presence with clients in early recovery. In this role, you will primarily facilitate clinical and psychoeducational groups, conduct recovery-oriented one-on-one sessions, and complete intake assessments. You will support adults ages 18+ as they build insight, skills, accountability, and connection during residential treatment, while collaborating closely with the broader clinical and case management teams.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree
Counselor Supervisees welcome and encouraged to apply.
License preferred: CSAC or CSAC-S
Minimum of one (1) year of experience working in human services, substance use disorder treatment, or a related setting.
Experience facilitating group-based programming strongly preferred.
Experience using electronic medical record (EMR) systems for clinical documentation.
Strong group facilitation and engagement skills.
Familiarity with 12-step recovery programs and recovery-oriented frameworks.
Solid clinical documentation practices.
De-escalation and basic crisis intervention skills.
Clear verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work collaboratively within a structured residential treatment environment.

Responsibilities

Facilitation of core residential clinical groups, including psychoeducation, process groups, and recovery-focused therapeutic groups.
Conducting recovery-oriented individual sessions focused on engagement, stabilization, insight development, and treatment participation.
Completion of intake assessments following pre-assessment.
Contributing clinical observations and client updates during treatment team meetings.
Supporting individualized service and treatment planning through group participation and 1:1 engagement.
Collaborating closely with Case Management and interdisciplinary team members to support the client’s treatment experience.
Maintaining appropriate professional communication with individuals involved in client care, as directed.
Completing all clinical documentation in accordance with accreditation standards, state licensing requirements, and billing guidelines in a timely and accurate manner.
Supporting continuity of care through appropriate clinical handoffs and coordination (discharge planning led by Case Management).
Performing all other duties as assigned.