Licensed Addiction Counselor

Amergis; Cañon City (CO); On-site; USD 94,000 - 117,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) savings plan

Competitive pay

Weekly paychecks

Job summary

Amergis is seeking a Licensed Addiction Counselor to provide one on one consulting and therapy in healthcare facilities. This travel position offers a competitive pay of $2322 per week and requires a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and a current addiction counseling license.

The counselor will conduct both individual and group therapies, provide crisis intervention, and assist clients with a range of behavioral health needs, including substance use issues.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in psychology, sociology, social work or public health is required.
• Current license or certificate in addictions/substance abuse counseling is required.
• Experience in behavioral health guidelines preferred.
• Must comply with relevant professional standards of practice.

Responsibilities

• Provide one on one drug and alcohol consultation to patients.
• Conduct individual and group therapy in various settings.
• Assist with behavioral health needs, including mental illness.

Skills

Behavioral health assessments

Individual therapy

Group therapy

Crisis intervention

Education

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

Addiction/substance abuse counseling license

Job description

Licensed Addiction Counselor

Setting: Healthcare Facilities

Job Type: Travel

Pay: 2322 Week

Hours: 40.00

Location: Canon City, CO

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.

**CO Specific Benefits: Medical/Prescription, Dental, Vision, Health Advocacy (company paid if enrolled Medical), Health Advocate Employee Assistance Program, Health Savings Account , 401(k), 401(k) Company Match, Profit Sharing, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Primary Caregiver Leave, Parental Leave, Life and Basic Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance, Voluntary Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance, Hospital Expense Protection Plan, Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, Home and Auto Insurance, Pet Insurance, Transportation Benefits, CommonBond, Educational Assistance Program, College Partnership Program, Paid Time Off/Company Holidays

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: 0296

Contract Duration: 13

Pay Rate: $2322 / Week

Date Posted: 2026-09-10T20:21:51