Part-Time Substance Use Counselor

At Groups, we know recovery is possible – and no one should have to do it alone. As a Counselor, you’ll lead dynamic group therapy sessions and be a vital part of our member‑centered care teams. You’ll work in a mission‑driven environment where compassion, integrity, and human connection drive real transformation. We’re more than a treatment provider – we’re a recovery community. Join us as we change the future of addiction healthcare. If you believe in recovery, harm reduction, and member‑centered care — this is your place.

Schedule

Monday – Thursday 4 p.m. – 8 p.m. EST

Responsibilities

• Lead six one‑hour group therapy sessions weekly using a structured, evidence‑based curriculum.
• Facilitate group discussions with a “plug and play” approach from approved modalities, staying within the guardrails of our clinical framework.
• Collaborate with prescribers, care navigators, and recovery coaches.
• Monitor member progress and document outcomes.
• Support a positive, recovery‑oriented environment for members.
• Engage in local community outreach to promote Groups’ mission.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Active behavioral health licensure in Virginia (e.g., LPC, LCSW, CSAC, LSATP, LMFT) or associate‑level status with willingness to obtain licensure reciprocity in other states.
• Minimum two years of experience leading groups in a substance‑use‑disorder (SUD) setting.
• High comfort level with technology: EMR, telehealth software, Google products (Gmail, Google Docs/Sheets/Drive), mobile apps, etc.
• Compassion, collaboration, commitment to quality care, and an investment in member success.
• Ability to work 2‑3 evenings per week, up to 9 p.m. as needed.
• Preferred backgrounds and skills: mental health, social work, substance use disorder treatment, therapy, human services, social services, medication‑assisted treatment (MAT).