Family Counselor (Full Time)

Counselor - Substance Use Recovery
Department: Adult CPRC - Lamplighter Square

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: St. Louis - Lamplighter Square

Compensation: $26.78 - $39.29 / hour

Description
Support individuals on their recovery journey through compassionate counseling, meaningful connection, and evidence-based care.

The Substance Use Recovery Counselor provides individual and group counseling services to individuals navigating substance use recovery. This role focuses on helping people build strengths, improve daily functioning, and work toward personal goals through assessment, treatment planning, counseling, crisis support, and care coordination. As part of a collaborative care team, the counselor plays an important role in promoting wellness, resilience, and long‑term recovery outcomes.

This is a great opportunity for someone who is passionate about behavioral health and recovery services, values building trusting relationships, and enjoys supporting individuals in achieving meaningful progress. This role is ideal for a professional who thrives in a mission‑driven environment and is committed to providing person‑centered, strengths‑based care in rural and underserved communities.

Key Responsibilities

Provide individual and group counseling services for individuals receiving substance use recovery support

Complete assessments, treatment planning, case management, and crisis intervention services

Perform the Missouri Credentialing Board’s twelve core functions for substance use counseling

Maintain timely, accurate documentation in both electronic and paper records

Participate in treatment team meetings, staffing, and care coordination activities

Manage an active caseload while meeting productivity and documentation expectations

Support compliance with organizational, ethical, and regulatory standards

Collaborate with community resources and referral partners to support continuity of care

Collect and process urine drug screens as needed

Respond to medical or behavioral emergencies using approved intervention techniques

Drive as needed to support service delivery and client care coordination

Provide supervision for certification when eligible and applicable

Requirements, Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
QUALIFICATION(S): EDUCATION/ WORK EXPERIENCE/TRAINING:

High School/GED required

Bachelor’s degree preferred*

Experience in lieu of education is accepted for the requirements with Bachelor’s degree preferred

At least two (2) years’ experience preferred

A valid, unrestricted driver’s license and agency established minimum automobile coverage required

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION:

Must possess and maintain a current, active substance use credential (CADC, CRADC, or CRAADC, etc) issued by the Missouri Credentialing Board required

A current, active clinical license in the state of Missouri PLPC, LMSW, PMFT, LPC, LCSW, or LMFT in good standing preferred

Must obtain and maintain current CPR certification within 60 days of hire

Must obtain and maintain certification in an approved crisis intervention methodology (CPI, MANDT, or CALM) within 60 days of hire

You’ll be a great fit for this role if you:

Are passionate about supporting individuals in recovery through compassionate, strengths‑based counseling

Have experience working in substance use treatment, behavioral health, or community-based services

Build strong therapeutic relationships and communicate with empathy and professionalism

Are organized and able to balance documentation, caseload management, and client care

Value collaboration and enjoy working within a multidisciplinary team environment

Thrive in a mission‑focused organization committed to expanding access to care

Are comfortable supporting individuals through crisis situations while maintaining a calm, client‑centered approach

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