Group Addiction Counselor
About The Position
The Group Addiction Counselor facilitates structured, therapeutic group sessions for patients in residential substance abuse treatment. The counselor uses appropriate clinical interventions, adapts group content to patient needs, and provides education, support, and therapeutic interaction. The role also contributes to discharge planning, treatment team discussions, clinical documentation, and coordination with clinical staff, case management, and nursing to support patient progress. The organization operates residential treatment programs for individuals with substance abuse disorder and emphasizes local, individualized, holistic, and relational treatment. The counselor is expected to help patients pursue recovery and long-term success while contributing to a positive, respectful, team-oriented culture. The position reports directly to the Clinical Director.
Requirements
- Active state license.
- Master's degree or higher in Psychology, Counseling, Social Work, or a related field.
- Competency in Microsoft Office and electronic health records.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Commitment to a drug-free lifestyle and responsible alcohol use.
- Authorization to work in the United States.
Nice To Haves
- Two or more years of experience in a clinical role.
- Experience in chemical dependency treatment.
- Strong interest or personal passion in substance abuse treatment.
Responsibilities
- Facilitate structured, therapeutic group sessions for assigned patients.
- Apply appropriate clinical interventions and modify group content to meet patient needs.
- Provide education, support, and therapeutic interaction in a group setting.
- Assist with discharge planning, including FMLA, Short-Term Disability, and sober housing.
- Attend and participate in treatment team meetings.
- Collaborate with clinical staff, case management, and nursing to support patient progress.
- Maintain accurate clinical documentation and progress notes.
- Contribute to a positive, respectful, team-oriented culture.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Vision insurance
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- 401(k)
- Paid time off
- Family leave
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Job Type
Full-time
