Licensed Addiction Recovery Counselor

Embark Behavioral Health; Needville (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental & Vision insurance

Paid parental leave

401(k) with match

PTO & holidays

EAP

Job summary

Embark Behavioral Health in Stafford and Needville, TX seeks an Addiction Recovery Counselor to support young adults aged 18–28 through substance use recovery, emotional regulation, and attachment healing. You will provide individual and group therapy within a multidisciplinary team in a residential and transitional care setting.

The role requires a current LCDC license, strong communication, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, recovery-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Current LCDC license in good standing with the Texas Department of State Health Services.
• NPI & CAQH registration preferred.
• Strong communication skills and ability to engage young adults.
• Ability to work independently and meet service/documentation expectations.
• Understanding of family systems and group therapy facilitation.
• Experience in substance use and mental health recovery.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual counseling sessions for clients in the CD track.
• Facilitate weekly recovery groups and support meetings.
• Transport clients to AA/NA meetings and other community events.
• Plan and lead weekend recovery functions and experiential activities.
• Maintain a flexible schedule for group sessions, individual therapy, and weekend programs.
• Participate in weekly treatment team and clinical meetings.
• Complete assessments and maintain documentation in a web-based system.
• Support clients through discharge planning.

Skills

Strong communication

Engage young adults

Independent work

Documentation skills

Substance use recovery

Education

LCDC license (Texas)

Job description

Overview

Addiction Recovery Counselor

Location: Stafford and Needville, TX

Pay Range: $26.00 - $32.00 per hour based on experience and licensure

Schedule: Full time 40 hour week

Are you a passionate and energetic counselor ready to make a difference in the lives of young adults?OPI Houston is hiring aLicensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC) orLCDC-Intern III to join ourresidential and transitional care team in Stafford and Needville, TX. Thisfull - time counseling role offers the opportunity to work directly with individuals ages 18–28, supporting their journey throughsubstance use recovery,emotional regulation, andattachment healing.As a Substance Abuse Counselor / Recovery Coach, you’ll provideindividual and group therapy, leadrecovery - focused activities, and collaborate with amultidisciplinary mental health team to foster a safe and empowering environment.We’re seeking ahigh - energy, joyful professionalwho can help clients rediscover thejoy in sober livingand bring positivity to their healing process.If you’re committed torelational, experiential, and systemic approaches, we’d love to hear from you.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual counseling sessions for each client in the chemical dependency (CD) track


• Facilitate weekly recovery groups and support meetings


• Transport clients to off-campus AA/NA meetings and other community recovery events


• Plan and lead weekend recovery functions, retreats, and experiential outings


• Maintain a flexible schedule to accommodate group sessions, individual therapy, and weekend programming


• Participate in weekly treatment team and clinical meetings


• Complete assessment testing and maintain accurate documentation in a web-based system


• Support clients through program completion and discharge planning

Qualifications

• Required: Current LCDC or LCDC-Intern III license in good standing with the Texas Department of State Health Services


• Preferred: NPI & CAQH registration


• Strong communication skills and ability to engage young adults


• Ability to work independently and meet service/documentation expectations


• Understanding of family systems and group therapy facilitation


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills


• Passion for working insubstance use and mental health recovery


• Comfort and competence in supporting clients with awide range of addictive behaviors, including but not limited tosubstance use, internet addiction, sex and love addiction, compulsive shopping, and gaming


• Ability to pass a state background check

Benefits

• Access to an established Mastery Program that offers professional and financial opportunities for professional growth.


• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance- Multiple plan options including PPO and HDHPs with HSA eligibility and company contributions.


• Paid Parental Leave- Up to 6 weeks fully paid for exempt employees and 4 weeks for non-exempt.


• Life & Disability Coverage- Company-paid life, AD&D, and long-term disability; voluntary life and optional short-term disability available.


• 401(k) with Company Match- Retirement savings with matching contributions after eligibility period.


• PTO & Holidays- Competitive PTO accrual plans and paid holidays throughout the year.


• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)- Free, confidential support for life’s challenges.

OPI is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We are committed to enriching the therapeutic and healing experience we offer through the diversity of our employees and community. We actively seek to recruit and support a broadly diverse staff who contribute to our excellence, diversity of viewpoints and experiences, and relevance in a global society.

OPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable laws. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities.