Counselor/Therapist - Substance Use Recovery
About The Position
Compass Health Network is seeking a licensed therapist or certified substance use counselor to join its Adult Outpatient team. The role provides person-centered, integrated care to adults experiencing mental health and/or substance use challenges, including individual therapy, treatment planning, clinical assessment, and crisis intervention. The position works within a multidisciplinary team to help clients build tools that improve daily functioning and overall well-being. This is a full-time, benefit-eligible position scheduled Monday through Friday for 40 hours per week, with work at locations in Warrensburg and Odessa. The role includes direct services, occasional triage and crisis support, and licensure supervision when applicable.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- One of the following credentials is required: Missouri Credentialing Board certification as CADC, CRADC, CRAADC, or QAP; or provisional or full Missouri licensure as PLPC, LPC, PLMFT, LMFT, LMSW, or LCSW.
- Build strong therapeutic relationships with adults facing complex mental health or substance use challenges.
- Communicate clearly and empathetically with clients, families, and interdisciplinary team members.
- Be organized and able to balance direct service with timely, thorough documentation.
- Be comfortable navigating crisis situations calmly and professionally.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's degree preferred; experience may be considered in lieu of education.
- At least two years of relevant experience preferred.
- Experience or interest in working with adults navigating mental health and substance use concerns.
- Commitment to evidence-based practices and continual professional growth.
- Flexibility, dependability, and a solution-focused mindset.
- Commitment to whole-person, recovery-oriented care and collaborative treatment.
Responsibilities
- Provide individual psychotherapy and support services to adult clients.
- Serve as a team coordinator for referrals, waitlists, and client care, particularly in CSTAR/OUD settings if applicable.
- Conduct clinical assessments and complete treatment plans in collaboration with persons served.
- Provide triage services during Open Access hours when needed.
- Deliver culturally competent services aligned with each person's needs.
- Maintain complete, accurate, and timely documentation in accordance with agency and state regulations.
- Coordinate care with internal and external service providers to ensure wraparound support.
- Offer daytime crisis intervention services according to agency protocol.
- Participate in treatment team meetings and quality assurance activities.
- Provide licensure supervision if applicable.
- Meet agency-defined productivity standards and customer care expectations.
- Attend required training and maintain compliance with funders and accrediting bodies.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
