Group Addiction Counselor

Job Description

Job Description

Group Addiction Counselor

• Active state license required or CAS

• Master’s degree or higher in Psychology, Counseling, Social Work, or related field required 

Schedules:

• $60,000 - 73,000

Compensation:

• $ + Benefits (Vision, Medical, Dental, 401K, Paid Time Off, Family Leave)

We’re looking for people who are excited to join our passionate, authentic, and courageous team. We’re uncompromising in the pursuit of excellence: our core values are more than just words on a page - we live and breathe them. To work at our company is to make a promise to help our patients achieve their wildest dreams. Our mission is to unlock human potential and make a meaningful difference in people’s lives.

Our company operates Residential Treatment Programs for individuals with Substance Abuse Disorder. We seek not merely to restore sobriety, but to transform our patients’ worlds from a state of everlasting darkness to vibrant technicolor. We believe that treatment is local, individualized, holistic and relational. We are currently in several states and are rapidly growing nationally.

Summary
Are you a compassionate, skilled group addiction counselor eager to make a lasting impact on the lives of those struggling with addiction? Do you have a deep understanding of the complexities of substance abuse and the dedication to guide patients through their journey to recovery?

Our ideal Group Addiction Counselor:

• Is empathetic, patient, and committed to helping others overcome addiction

• Is knowledgeable about therapeutic modalities and able to adjust to group dynamics

• Excels in clear communication and active listening

• Builds rapport and creates a safe, trusting therapeutic environment

• Collaborates effectively within a multidisciplinary team

• Organizes, plans, and manages caseload and group sessions efficiently

• Seeks continued growth and stays updated on evidence-based practices

• Operates with high emotional intelligence, integrity, and professionalism

• Is adaptive, proactive, and open to feedback

• Prioritizes patient safety and long-term success

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

• Report directly to the Clinical Director

Qualifications

• Active state license required

• Master’s degree or higher in Psychology, Counseling, Social Work, or related field required

• 2+ years of experience in a clinical role preferred

• Experience in chemical dependency treatment preferred

• Competency in Microsoft Office and electronic health records

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Strong interest or personal passion in substance abuse treatment strongly preferred

• Commitment to a drug-free lifestyle and responsible alcohol use is essential

• Authorization to work in the US is required

At our company, we believe diversity is a strength. We seek talented, qualified employees regardless of race, color, sex/gender (including pregnancy, gender identity and expression), national origin, religion, sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other protected classification. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

We respect the time and energy it takes to apply for the next step on your career path, so we will make every effort to contact you quickly after receiving your application. Thank you for your consideration and interest in working with us.