Counselor-Detox Briarwood

Job Description

Job Description

Detox Counselor (Full-Time)

Briarwood Detox | Nova Recovery Center

North Austin, TX

Why You’ll Love This Role:

Full Benefits | Career Growth | Meaningful Work | Supportive Team

Why Choose This Job Over Every Other Counseling Role? Because at Nova Recovery Center, we make sure our counselors feel valued, supported, and have a clear path for growth.

Here’s What You’ll Get:

Competitive Pay & Job Stability – No more job-hopping; this is a career.

Salary Range $45,000-$65,000 dependent on experience.
Full Benefits Package – Health, dental, vision, life and generous paid time off.
Work-Life Balance – Steady, predictable schedule, either 4 ten hour days or 5 eight hour days.
Merit-Based Raises & Promotion Opportunities – Advance your career with us.
Supportive, Team-Focused Culture – We don’t just work together—we grow together.
A Relaxing, Healing Work Environment – No sterile hospital setting, just a peaceful, campus where clients and staff thrive.
A Mission That Matters – Your work directly helps people rebuild their lives.

This isn’t just another counseling job. It’s a chance to be part of something bigger.

What You’ll Do (And Why It Matters):

As a Detox Counselor, you’ll support clients during the detox phase —where the need for support, structure, and empathy is highest.

• Lead group sessions and facilitate therapeutic discussions

• Offer individual counseling and crisis support, if needed

• Monitor the milieu to ensure safety and positive client interaction

• Collaborate with team members to ensure weekend continuity of care

• Accurately document client progress in the BestNotes system

• Support intern development (as needed) and act as a weekend resource

You’ll help clients feel seen, safe, and supported— from day one of their journey.

What You’ll Need:

• LCDC or other Qualified Credentialed Counselor (QCC) – required

• High school diploma or GED – required (Bachelor’s or Master’s preferred)

• 2+ years in detox or substance use counseling – preferred

• Familiarity with 12-step programs, detox protocols, and trauma-informed care

• Confidence to work independently and compassion to work collaboratively

Where You’ll Work:

You’ll be based in a quiet, clinical office setting at our North Austin Briarwood Detox location . The environment is calm, structured, and fully focused on client care. You’ll have access to:

• Computers and clinical tools for documentation

• Comfortable office space

• A supportive team of professionals (even on weekends!)

Ready to Turn Your Career into Something Greater?

Apply now: -us/careers/

Change lives without changing your whole schedule. Join us for weekends that matter.

Diversity & Inclusion at Nova Recovery Center

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds —including those with lived experience in recovery. If you bring compassion, clinical expertise, and a desire to help others heal, we want to hear from you.