Therapist/Counselor - Substance Use Recovery (Licensed)

Job Description

Job Description

Description

To support the continued delivery of quality and compassionate care in our communities, we are offering a retention bonus of $4,000.* Your commitment helps us meet critical service needs, and we’re excited to have you be a part of our mission!

Support Adults on Their Recovery Journey Through Compassionate Counseling

This is a full-time, benefit-eligible position. Monday - Friday 8:00am-5:00pm.

Compass Health Network is seeking a licensed therapist to join our Adult Outpatient team. In this meaningful role, you’ll provide individual therapy, treatment planning, and crisis intervention for adults experiencing mental health and/or substance use challenges.

As part of a multidisciplinary team, you’ll support clients through person-centered, integrated care—helping them build the tools needed to improve daily functioning and enhance overall wellbeing.

This is a great opportunity for someone who:

• Is passionate about working with adults navigating mental health and substance use concerns
• Wants to make a real impact through one-on-one therapy, crisis intervention, and holistic care planning
• Thrives in a team-based environment and values strong clinical collaboration
• Is looking to grow in a flexible role that allows for licensure supervision (if applicable)
• Enjoys a dynamic position that includes direct service and occasional triage/crisis support
• Values an organization that supports cultural competence, clinical development, and person-centered care

Key Responsibilities

• Provide individual psychotherapy and support services to adult clients
• Serve as a team coordinator for referrals, waitlists, and client care (particularly in CSTAR/OUD settings if 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 that align with the unique needs of each person
• Maintain complete, accurate, and timely documentation in accordance with agency and state regulations
• Interface and coordinate care with other internal and external service providers to ensure wraparound support
• Offer crisis intervention services during daytime hours per agency protocol
• Participate in treatment team meetings and quality assurance activities
• Provide licensure supervision (if applicable)
• Meet agency-defined productivity standards and customer care expectations
• Attend all required training and maintain compliance with funders and accrediting bodies

Requirements, Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Master’s degree in counseling, social work or psychology required 

• Provisionally or fully licensed in Missouri:
  • PLPC, LPC, PLMFT, LMFT, LMSW, or LCSW

You’ll be a great fit if you’re someone who:

• Builds strong therapeutic relationships with adults facing complex mental health or substance use challenges
• Communicates clearly and empathetically with clients, families, and interdisciplinary team members
• Is highly organized and can balance direct service with timely, thorough documentation
• Values evidence-based practices and is committed to continual professional growth
• Brings flexibility, dependability, and a solution-focused mindset to day-to-day work
• Believes in whole-person, recovery-oriented care and thrives in a collaborative treatment environment
• Is comfortable navigating crisis situations with calm and professionalism

*Retention bonuses paid as per bonus policy; exclusions may apply.