Licensed Addiction Counselor

Amergis; Beaverton (OR); On-site; USD 66,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Weekly paychecks

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) savings plan

Awards and recognition programs

Job summary

Amergis seeks a Licensed Addiction Counselor for a travel role in Beaverton, OR. You will provide one-on-one drug and alcohol counseling and both individual and group therapy in inpatient and outpatient settings, with crisis intervention as needed. A related bachelor’s degree and current license are required, plus compliance with regulations. Competitive weekly pay and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in psychology, sociology, social work or public health required
• Current license or certificate in addictions/substance abuse counseling in the state of assignment required
• Experience in behavioral health guidelines, including assessments, individual and group therapy, clinical management of patients with mental illness and/or substance abuse issues preferred
• Complies with all relevant professional standards of practice
• Current CPR if applicable
• TB questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable
• Current health certificate per contract or state regulation
• Must meet all federal, state and local requirements
• Must be at least 18 years of age

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one drug and alcohol consultation to patients/clients
• Deliver individual and group therapy in inpatient and outpatient programs
• Provide crisis intervention and support behavioral health needs and issues

Skills

Crisis intervention

Individual therapy

Group therapy

Behavioral health assessments

Compliance with standards

CPR certification

Education

Bachelor’s degree in psychology, sociology, social work or public health

Job description

Licensed Addiction Counselor

Setting: Healthcare Facilities

Job Type: Travel

Pay: 1500 Week

Hours: 40.00

Location: Beaverton, OR

The Licensed Addiction Counselor provides one on one drug and alcohol consultation to patients/clients; along with individual and group therapy in a variety of settings including inpatient and outpatient programs. The Licensed Addiction Counselor also provides crisis intervention and assists with behavioral health needs and issues including mental illness, developmental and learning disabilities, substance use, etc.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in psychology, sociology, social work or public health required

• Current license or certificate in addictions/substance abuse counseling in the state of assignment required

• Experience in behavioral health guidelines, to include behavioral health assessments, individual and group therapy, clinical management of patients with mental illness and / or substance abuse issues preferred

• Complies with all relevant professional standards of practice

• Current CPR if applicable

• TB questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable

• Current Health certificate (per contract or state regulation)

• Must meet all federal, state and local requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age

Benefits

At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

• Competitive pay & weekly paychecks

• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

• 401(k) savings plan

• Awards and recognition programs

*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

About Amergis

Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.

Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Job Category: Allied

Job Function: Allied | Licensed Addiction Counselor | Licensed Addiction Counselor

Job Type: Travel

Setting: Healthcare Facilities

Position Type: Healthcare

Office Number: 0295

Contract Duration: 13

Pay Rate: $1500 / Week

Date Posted: 2026-09-11T17:47:45