Substance Use Counselor

Groups Recover Together; City of Kingston (NY); On-site; USD 68,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A recovery-focused organization in New York seeks a compassionate Counselor to lead group therapy sessions and support members on their recovery journeys. You will facilitate discussions, monitor progress, and engage with the community while working in a mission-driven environment. An active counseling license is required along with experience in a substance use disorder setting. The position offers a dynamic schedule from Monday to Thursday, with a potential salary range of $68,000 to $85,000.

Qualifications

• An active license or certification: LADC, CADC, CCS, LCMHC or LCSW, CADAC II, CADAC IV, LCAC, LAC, LMFT, LPCC or LMHC.
• Minimum two years’ leading groups in a SUD setting.
• Compassion, collaboration, commitment to quality care, and an investment in member success.

Responsibilities

• Lead 3–4 one-hour group therapy sessions per day.
• Facilitate group discussions using a structured approach.
• Monitor member progress and document outcomes.
• Engage in local community outreach to promote mission.

Skills

Leading groups in a SUD setting

Compassion

Collaboration

Technology proficiency

Education

Active license or certification in relevant fields

Tools

EMR software

Telehealth software

Google products

Job description

Overview

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 9a-7p EST

Salary

$68,000 - $85,000

Responsibilities

• Lead 3–4 one-hour group therapy sessions per day using a structured, evidence-based curriculum.
• 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

• An active license or certification: LADC, CADC, CCS, LCMHC or LCSW, CADAC II, CADAC IV, LCAC, LAC, LMFT, LPCC or LMHC
• 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.