Substance Use Counselor

About the role

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.

Responsibilities

• Lead 3–5 one-hour group therapy sessions per day using a structured, evidence-based curriculum, including up to 4 late evenings per week.
• Facilitate group discussions using a “plug and play” approach from approved modalities to meet members where they are 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 required, master’s level degree preferred.
• Required licensure or certification*: Behavioral health licensure including but not limited to: LADC, CADC, CCS, LSW, LCSW, CADAC II, CADAC IV, CADAC V, LCAC, LAC, LMFT, LPCC or LMHC and associate level status.
• Access to reliable internet and telephone services, specifically download speeds over 40 Mbps and upload speeds over 10 Mbps as well as a strong WiFi signal from your remote work location.
• Minimum two years’ leading groups in a 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 9pm as needed.
• Other preferred backgrounds, experience, and skills include: mental health, social work, substance use disorder treatment, therapy, human services, social services, medication assisted treatment or MAT.

*Licensure requirements vary by state