Licensed Addictions Counselor

About the role

Avenues Recovery Center is a nationwide network of drug and alcohol rehab centers with eighteen locations across seven states. We offer a range of programs including detox, residential, PHP, IOP, and outpatient services, transforming the lives of thousands of individuals. Our mission is to provide high-quality, evidence-based care and personalized treatment plans.

Responsibilities

• Conduct group therapy, psychoeducation, and process groups designed to meet each client's challenges and needs
• Aid clients in developing healthy coping skills, positive behaviors, and recovery tools
• Collaborate consistently with clinical staff to track client challenges and progress
• Escalate significant client concerns to the Clinical Director
• Maintain thorough documentation of all group sessions conducted
• Complete clinical assessments and individual client charting

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in psychology, counseling, or a related field required. Master's degree preferred
• Valid state licensure/certification necessary to practice in this role, such as LPC, LCSW, or CIT
• Substance abuse experience required
• Excellent observational, collaborative, and interpersonal skills
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Compassionate, dignified character that models recovery principles
• Ability to set strong boundaries and maintain absolute confidentiality

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in psychology, counseling, or a related field required. Master's degree preferred. Valid state licensure/certification necessary to practice in this role, such as LPC, LCSW, or CIT. Substance abuse experience required. Excellent observational, collaborative, and interpersonal skills. Strong oral and written communication skills. Compassionate, dignified character that models recovery principles. Ability to set strong boundaries and maintain absolute confidentiality.

Skills

Talented, passionate clinician with experience in addiction counseling. Skilled in conducting group therapy, psychoeducation, and process groups. Experienced in assisting clients in developing healthy coping skills, positive behaviors, and recovery tools. Proficient in collaborating with clinical staff to track client progress. Strong in setting boundaries and maintaining confidentiality.

Benefits

• 401K with employer match
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Life Insurance
• AD&D Insurance
• Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) - Medical
• Dependent Care FSA (DCF)

Pay

Competitive salary commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Schedule

Flexible schedule accommodating individual needs and program requirements.