Counselor/Therapist - Substance Use Recovery

Compass Health Network • Warrensburg, 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. This full-time, benefit-eligible role supports adults experiencing mental health and/or substance use challenges through individual therapy, treatment planning, crisis intervention, and person-centered, integrated care. The position is part of a multidisciplinary team focused on helping clients improve daily functioning and overall wellbeing.

The schedule is Monday through Friday, 40 hours weekly. The role includes direct service and occasional triage or crisis support, and may allow for licensure supervision when applicable. The organization emphasizes cultural competence, clinical development, collaboration, and recovery-oriented care.

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 highly organized and balance direct service with timely, thorough documentation.
• Value evidence-based practices and commit to continual professional growth.
• Bring flexibility, dependability, and a solution-focused mindset to day-to-day work.
• Support whole-person, recovery-oriented care and work collaboratively in a treatment environment.
• Navigate crisis situations with calm and professionalism.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree preferred; experience may be considered in lieu of education.
• At least two years of relevant experience preferred.

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 tailored to 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.
• Provide crisis intervention services during daytime hours according to 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.

What This Job Offers

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