Licensed Mental Health Counselor

Job Description

Job Description

Licensed Mental Health Counselor

Recovery Associates Group

Position Type: Contract (Full-Time Hours)

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM

Work Model: Hybrid (minimum one work-from-home day per week)

 

Position Summary

Recovery Associates Group is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC/LPC/LCSW or equivalent) to join our growing practice and to provide trauma-informed, evidence-based mental health services to individuals and families. This is a contract position offering full-time hours, providing both in-person and telehealth services in a supportive, client-centered environment.

 

The ideal candidate is experienced in delivering high-quality therapeutic services across diverse populations and is comfortable facilitating both group and individual therapy sessions.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Services

• Provide individual and group counseling services using evidence-based and trauma-informed approaches
• Conduct clinical assessments, biopsychosocial evaluations, and individualized treatment planning
• Address issues including trauma, anxiety, depression, substance use, emotional regulation, and life stressors
• Maintain therapeutic relationships grounded in trust, accountability, and professional boundaries

Trauma-Informed Care

• Integrate trauma-informed principles, including safety, trustworthiness, empowerment, collaboration, and cultural humility
• Recognize the impact of adverse life experiences and respond with clinically appropriate interventions
• Support clients in developing coping strategies, resilience, and emotional regulation skills

Documentation and Compliance

• Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential clinical documentation in accordance with state, federal, and organizational requirements
• Adhere to all ethical standards, licensing regulations, and organizational policies
• Participate in supervision, case reviews, and quality assurance activities as required

Collaboration and Professional Engagement

• Collaborate with other clinicians, case managers, and community partners as appropriate
• Participate in multidisciplinary meetings and contribute to coordinated care planning
• Provide consultation and clinical input to support client outcomes

 

Required Qualifications

• Active, unrestricted licenses as LMHC, LPC, LCSW, or equivalent in the State of Tennessee (or license-eligible with supervision, if applicable)

• Minimum of one (1) year of inpatient clinical experience required

• Master’s degree in counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or a related field
• Minimum (2) years of clinical experience providing mental health services
• Demonstrated experience with trauma-informed treatment
• Strong clinical judgment, communication, and documentation skills

• Experience with group therapy facilitation strongly preferred
• Knowledge of substance use and/or co-occurring disorders is a plus
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently as a contractor while maintaining collaboration with the team

 

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with:
  • Adults, families, or underserved populations
  • Substance use and co-occurring disorders
  • Community-based or outpatient behavioral health settings
• Training in evidence-based modalities such as CBT, DBT, EMDR, or motivational interviewing
• Familiarity with culturally responsive and strengths-based practices

 

Core Competencies

• Trauma-informed and ethical clinical practice
• Cultural humility and client-centered care
• Professional accountability and boundaries
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively

 

Work Environment

• Community-based outpatient setting
• Client-centered, mission-driven organization
• Collaborative clinical team environment

 

Equal Opportunity Statement

Recover Associates Group is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and supportive workplace.