Group Counselor - (CRADC/LPC/LCSW)

About the role

Behavioral Health Group (BHG) is the largest network of Joint Commission-accredited treatment centers and a national leader in opioid addiction treatment. With more than 114 locations across 22 states, our 1,900+ employees provide care to over 42,000 patients every day. We offer a full continuum of care through our Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP), Opioid Treatment Programs (OTP), and Office-Based Opioid Treatment (OBOT), giving patients access to the level of support that best meets their needs.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary ambassador for the IOP program, representing its mission and values internally and externally
• Collaborate with clinical teams, case managers, and support staff to ensure smooth program operations
• Engage referral partners, community organizations, and healthcare providers to build program awareness
• Contribute to program growth by supporting new processes, design, and implementation
• Provide input to leadership on strategies for visibility and effectiveness
• Uphold professionalism, punctuality, and timely completion of tasks/projects
• Inspire hope that addiction is a disease that can be treated, not a moral failing
• Conduct admissions using ASAM criteria (ASAM Level 2.1) to ensure proper level of care
• Review admission and periodic assessments to confirm program eligibility
• Meet with prospective patients, explain program requirements, and use motivational strategies to encourage engagement
• Develop clinical documentation (assessments, treatment plans) with leadership to meet regulatory, billing, and prior authorization standards
• Communicate with billing and RCM teams regarding patient attendance
• Provide evidence-based counseling, targeted case management, and crisis support
• Deliver program curriculum (Matrix Model, Seeking Safety, CBT) a minimum of 3 hours/day, 4 days/week
• Conduct supportive individual counseling sessions for enrolled patients
• Develop tailored interventions (e.g., parenting support) to meet patient needs
• Ensure patient engagement through outreach and collaboration with care teams
• Assist patients in identifying and seeking treatment for underlying health conditions
• Provide program orientation, intake, readmission support, and transitional counseling until primary counselor assignment
• Maintain accurate, complete, and compliant patient documentation
• Comply with all state, federal, and organizational requirements while maintaining confidentiality
• Follow all federal, state, and local requirements and accrediting body standards to ensure program integrity
• Participate in public relations and community outreach activities to strengthen referral pipelines
• Achieve assigned annual goals and objectives
• Demonstrate belief that addiction is a brain disease, not a moral failing
• Exhibit hope, respect, and compassion in all patient and team interactions
• Foster positive workplace relationships and collaborate effectively
• Work independently under pressure while managing multiple tasks
• Exercise sound judgment with confidential and sensitive issues
• Maintain professionalism in stressful situations
• Participate in required in-service trainings per federal, state, local, and accrediting standards
• Provide in-service training as needed
• Attend conferences, meetings, and other professional development opportunities
• Demonstrate commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive environment
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Qualifications

The Counselor must hold one of the following:

• CRADC (Certified Reciprocal Alcohol and Drug Counselor)
• LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor)
• LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker)

If not fully licensed, candidates must be enrolled in or willing to begin a formal course of study toward licensure at the date of hire.

Outreach experience preferred.

Skills

• High integrity, efficient, and self-motivated
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks under pressure
• Sound judgment and discretion with confidential matters
• Quick response in challenging or crisis situations
• Knowledge of substance use disorders, treatment planning, and social services
• Demonstrated ability to support rehabilitation of drug-dependent patients

Physical requirements and working conditions

• Ability to speak and hear effectively in person and by phone
• Adequate vision for reading documents and computer screens
• Prolonged sitting, occasional bending, stooping, and stretching
• Variable workload with periods of high stress
• Standard medical office environment with exposure to patients with mental health, infectious diseases, or criminal justice involvement
• Prolonged computer use/keyboard work
• Reasonable accommodations may be provided where feasible

Pay

$25.00 - $30.00 Hourly + Bonus Structure

Schedule

Flexible schedules with early in/early out hours, no nights, and no Sundays.

Benefits

• Generous paid time off, holidays, and personal needs
• Three benefits programs to choose from, including health, life, vision, and dental insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• 401K plan with discretionary match
• Competitive pay, quarterly bonuses, and incentives for certifications or licenses
• Exclusive discounts on various services and entertainment options
• Employee Assistance Program and self-care series