Counselor/Therapist - Substance Use Recovery

Compass Health Network • Eldon, MO

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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 assessments, and crisis intervention. The counselor or therapist works as part of a multidisciplinary team to help clients improve daily functioning and overall wellbeing.

This full-time, benefit-eligible position is scheduled Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The role includes direct services and occasional triage or crisis support, with opportunities for licensure supervision when applicable. Services should be culturally competent and recovery-oriented, and the employee is expected to maintain timely documentation, meet productivity and customer care standards, and comply with agency, state, funder, and accrediting requirements.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• At least two years of relevant experience preferred.
• Must hold one of the following Missouri credentials or licenses: CADC, CRADC, CRAADC, or QAP through the Missouri Credentialing Board; or provisional or full Missouri licensure as PLPC, LPC, PLMFT, LMFT, LMSW, or LCSW.
• Ability to build therapeutic relationships with adults facing complex mental health or substance use challenges.
• Clear, empathetic communication with clients, families, and interdisciplinary team members.
• Strong organization and ability to balance direct service with thorough, timely documentation.
• Commitment to evidence-based practices and continued professional growth.
• Flexibility, dependability, and a solution-focused approach.
• Commitment to whole-person, recovery-oriented care and collaborative treatment.
• Ability to navigate crisis situations calmly and professionally.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree preferred; experience may be considered in lieu of education.
• Relevant experience of at least two years.
• Interest in or eligibility for licensure supervision, if applicable.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual psychotherapy and support services to adult clients.
• Coordinate referrals, waitlists, and client care, particularly in CSTAR/OUD settings when 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 that align 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 in accordance with agency protocol.
• Participate in treatment team meetings and quality assurance activities.
• Provide licensure supervision when applicable.
• Meet agency-defined productivity standards and customer care expectations.
• Attend required training and maintain compliance with funders and accrediting bodies.

Benefits

• Benefit-eligible position.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED