Counselor/Counselor Supervisee - Part-time
About The Position
Mainspring is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Counselor or Counselor Supervisee to join its residential treatment team. The position focuses on group facilitation and recovery-oriented engagement, supporting adults ages 18 and older as they develop insight, skills, accountability, and connection during residential treatment. The role primarily facilitates clinical and psychoeducational groups, conducts recovery-oriented individual sessions, and completes intake assessments, while collaborating with clinical, case management, and other interdisciplinary team members. This is an on-site, part-time, hourly, non-exempt position in Dumfries, Virginia, scheduled Monday and Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. The role serves clients across ASAM levels 3.5, 3.1, and 2.5. The stated pay range is $28.00–$34.50 per hour, determined in good faith based on the role’s responsibilities, qualifications, and market conditions. A bachelor’s degree and a CSAC or CSAC-S license are required; Counselor Supervisees are welcome and encouraged to apply. Candidates must have at least one year of experience in human services, substance use disorder treatment, or a related setting. Group-programming facilitation experience is strongly preferred. Mainspring may conduct job-related background checks, drug testing, TB testing, and verification of employment history and/or references before employment.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree.
- CSAC or CSAC-S license required; Counselor Supervisees are welcome and encouraged to apply.
- At least one year of experience in human services, substance use disorder treatment, or a related setting.
- 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.
- Ability to work the stated part-time schedule: Monday and Friday, 10:00 a.m.–6:30 p.m.
Nice To Haves
- Experience facilitating group-based programming is strongly preferred.
- Experience using electronic medical record (EMR) systems for clinical documentation.
Responsibilities
- Facilitate core residential clinical groups, including psychoeducation, process groups, and recovery-focused therapeutic groups.
- Conduct recovery-oriented individual sessions focused on engagement, stabilization, insight development, and treatment participation.
- Complete intake assessments following pre-assessment.
- Contribute clinical observations and client updates during treatment team meetings.
- Support individualized service and treatment planning through group participation and one-on-one engagement.
- Collaborate with Case Management and interdisciplinary team members to support the client’s treatment experience.
- Maintain appropriate professional communication with individuals involved in client care, as directed.
- Complete clinical documentation accurately and in a timely manner in accordance with accreditation standards, state licensing requirements, and billing guidelines.
- Support continuity of care through appropriate clinical handoffs and coordination; discharge planning is led by Case Management.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
