Impactful Outpatient Therapist – Addiction Recovery

Recovery Centers of America; Virginia; On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Recovery Centers of America seeks an Outpatient Primary Therapist in Fairfax, VA. This role plans, directs, and coordinates medically approved programs for patients in hospitals or substance abuse facilities, using evidence-based, person-centered practices.

Applicants should hold a Master's in Social Work or Mental Health Counseling and Virginia licensure (LPC/LCSW/LCADC/LMFT) with 1–3 years in behavioral health. Excellent communication and organizational skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work or Mental Health Counseling required; Virginia licensure as LPC, LCSW, LCADC, or LMFT required.
• 1–3 years in behavioral healthcare or substance abuse settings serving diverse populations.
• Experience with individual, family and group counseling (PHP/IOP) is required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate clients' mental/physical health and readiness for treatment.
• Help clients develop treatment goals and plans.
• Review treatment options with clients and families.
• Develop skills to support recovery and modify behaviors.
• Refer clients to resources and services, including job placement and support groups.
• Direct census oversight and ensure site meets census/budget requirements.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Analytical thinking

Education

Master's in Social Work or Mental Health Counseling

Virginia licensure (LPC/LCSW/LCADC/LMFT)

Tools

MS Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Recovery Centers of America seeks an Outpatient Primary Therapist in Fairfax, VA. This role plans, directs, and coordinates medically approved programs for patients in hospitals or substance abuse facilities, using evidence-based, person-centered practices.

Applicants should hold a Master's in Social Work or Mental Health Counseling and Virginia licensure (LPC/LCSW/LCADC/LMFT) with 1–3 years in behavioral health. Excellent communication and organizational skills are essential.