Intensive Outpatient (IOP) Counselor - Part-Time

Impact Life, Inc.; Newark (DE); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

11 paid holidays annually

Training and professional development

Wellness resources

Job summary

Impact Life, Inc. is seeking a credentialed Intensive Outpatient (IOP) Counselor in Newark, Delaware for a part-time role up to 18 hours per week. You will provide evidence-based individual, group, and family counseling within the IOP, focusing on substance use and co-occurring disorders.

You will perform assessments, develop treatment plans, ensure documentation compliance, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to support clients through recovery. A CADC and relevant degree are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a behavioral health field is required.
• Active Delaware CADC credential required.
• Master's degree and licensure preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual, group, and family counseling for IOP clients.
• Complete biopsychosocial assessments and treatment planning.
• Coordinate care with multidisciplinary team for continuity of care.
• Maintain compliant clinical documentation across EHR.
• Educate clients and families on recovery and relapse prevention.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Documentation

Interpersonal skills

Independent work

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or related behavioral health field

Certified Drug and Alcohol Counselor (CADC)

Master's degree in Social Work or related field (preferred)

Job description

Intensive Outpatient (IOP) Counselor

Location: Newark, Delaware
Employment Type: Part-Time

Position Overview

Impact Life is seeking a credentialed Intensive Outpatient (IOP) Counselor to join our Social Prescribing team. The IOP Counselor provides comprehensive behavioral health treatment services to individuals participating in our Intensive Outpatient Program, with a focus on substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders.

This position provides evidence-based individual, group, and family counseling and is responsible for assessment, treatment planning, therapeutic intervention, care coordination, clinical documentation, and supporting clients throughout their recovery.

Schedule Requirements

This is a part-time position of up to 18 hours per week. The anticipated regular schedule is Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday, approximately 8:00 AM–1:00 PM.

The Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) operates from 9:00 AM–12:00 PM, with additional scheduled time before and after programming for preparation, documentation, and other position responsibilities.

Because program schedules may occasionally be adjusted due to holidays, closures, or other operational needs, some flexibility in scheduled workdays may be required. For example, an IOP day may need to be moved to another weekday during a holiday week. Advance notice will be provided whenever practicable.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide individual, group, and family counseling for clients enrolled in the Intensive Outpatient Program.
• Facilitate structured therapeutic groups utilizing evidence-based practices for substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders.
• Complete comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments and ongoing clinical assessments to determine treatment needs and appropriate levels of care.
• Develop individualized treatment and recovery plans based on client needs, strengths, and clinical recommendations.
• Monitor and document client progress toward treatment goals and adjust treatment plans as clinically appropriate.
• Provide crisis intervention and risk assessment when necessary.
• Coordinate care with case managers, peer recovery specialists, medical providers, and community partners to support continuity of care.
• Educate clients and families on substance use disorders, recovery principles, relapse prevention strategies, and behavioral health wellness.
• Conduct discharge planning and referrals to appropriate continuing care, treatment, and recovery support services.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant clinical documentation within the organization’s electronic health record system.
• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings, clinical supervision, program development, and quality improvement activities.
• Maintain compliance with applicable regulatory, licensing, payer, confidentiality, and organizational requirements.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or a related behavioral health field required.
• Active Delaware credential as a Certified Drug and Alcohol Counselor (CADC).
• Knowledge of behavioral health treatment, substance use disorders, co-occurring mental health conditions, and evidence-based clinical practices.
• Strong clinical assessment, communication, documentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to maintain professional boundaries and client confidentiality.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively as part of an interdisciplinary treatment team.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or related behavioral health field preferred.
• Active Delaware license as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or Licensed Profesional Counselor of Mental Health (LPCMH).
• Three or more years of experience in behavioral health, substance use treatment, or a related clinical setting.
• Experience providing individual and group therapy.
• Experience working with individuals with substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions.
• Experience utilizing evidence-based practices such as Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Relapse Prevention, and trauma-informed care.

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate demonstrates strong clinical judgment, active listening, critical thinking, and the ability to develop effective therapeutic relationships. This individual should be comfortable independently managing clinical responsibilities while working collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team.

We are looking for a clinician who approaches treatment with integrity, respect, compassion, and a person-centered perspective and understands the importance of tailoring services to each client's individual needs, experiences, strengths, and recovery goals.

Impact Life offers eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Paid time off
• 11 paid holidays annually
• Training and professional development opportunities
• Wellness resources