Detox Counselor — Compassionate Care & Career Growth

Briarwood Detox; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Life insurance

Paid time off

Merit-based raises

Promotion opportunities

Work-life balance

Job summary

Briarwood Detox seeks a Detox Counselor to support clients during the detox phase with structure, empathy, and safety. You’ll lead group sessions, provide individual counseling, and document progress in BestNotes, helping ensure continuity of care on weekends.

You'll collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, work with independence, and contribute to a healing campus that supports clients from day one on their journey toward recovery.

Qualifications

• LCDC or other Qualified Credentialed Counselor (QCC) – required
• High school diploma or GED – required (Bachelor’s or Master’s preferred)
• 2+ years in detox or substance use counseling – preferred
• Familiarity with 12-step programs, detox protocols, and trauma-informed care
• Confidence to work independently and compassion to work collaboratively

Responsibilities

• Lead group sessions and facilitate therapeutic discussions
• Offer individual counseling and crisis support
• Monitor the milieu to ensure safety and positive client interaction
• Collaborate with team members to ensure weekend continuity of care
• Accurately document client progress in the BestNotes system
• Support intern development (as needed) and act as a weekend resource
• Help clients feel seen, safe, and supported—from day one of their journey

Skills

Detox counseling

Group facilitation

Crisis support

Documentation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor’s or Master’s preferred

Tools

BestNotes system

Job description

Briarwood Detox seeks a Detox Counselor to support clients during the detox phase with structure, empathy, and safety. You’ll lead group sessions, provide individual counseling, and document progress in BestNotes, helping ensure continuity of care on weekends.

You'll collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, work with independence, and contribute to a healing campus that supports clients from day one on their journey toward recovery.