Licensed Professional Counselor LPC or LPCR

KEYS OF LIFE LLC; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Keys of Life LLC in Virginia is seeking a compassionate Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) to join our outpatient clinical team. The LPC will provide individual and group counseling within ASAM 2.1/2.5 programs, complete clinical documentation, and contribute to treatment planning in a collaborative interdisciplinary environment.

The role emphasizes HIPAA compliance, professional growth, and coordination with community resources while supporting clients toward stability and recovery in a

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Counseling, CMHC, or related field.
• Registered or eligible to register as LPC or Resident in Counseling in Virginia.
• Actively working toward LPC licensure.
• Experience in IOP/ PHP or similar settings preferred.
• Familiarity with ASAM criteria preferred.
• Strong group facilitation and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate groups for ASAM 2.1/2.5 clients.
• Provide individual counseling sessions.
• Complete biopsychosocial assessments and screenings.
• Develop and update treatment plans.
• Complete progress notes and documentation.
• Participate in treatment team meetings and reviews.
• Monitor progress and make discharge/referral decisions.
• Coordinate care with outside providers and community resources.
• Maintain client confidentiality and HIPAA compliance.
• Follow Virginia DBHDS, Medicaid standards and ASAM policies.
• Receive clinical supervision to satisfy licensure requirements.

Skills

LPC licensure track

Group counseling

Clinical documentation

ASAM familiarity

Interdisciplinary teamwork

HIPAA compliance

Education

Master's in Counseling

LPC eligible/active in Virginia

Accredited program

Job description

About Keys of Life

Keys of Life LLC is a behavioral health and substance use treatment provider committed to helping individuals achieve stability, recovery, personal growth, and long-term success.

We are seeking a compassionate, dependable, and motivated Licensed Professional Counselor or LPC-R to join our clinical team. The ideal candidate will have a strong interest in substance use treatment, mental health services, group counseling, and working within structured outpatient treatment programs.

Position Summary

The LPC (LPC-R) will provide clinical services to individuals participating in our ASAM 2.1 and/or ASAM 2.5 programs. This position includes facilitating therapeutic groups, conducting individual counseling sessions, assisting with treatment planning, completing clinical documentation, and collaborating with the treatment team to ensure clients receive appropriate and effective care.

Primary Responsibilities

• Facilitate therapeutic and psychoeducational groups for ASAM 2.1 and ASAM 2.5 clients.
• Provide individual counseling sessions based on client needs and treatment goals.
• Complete biopsychosocial assessments, clinical screenings, and other assessments as assigned.
• Develop, review, and update individualized treatment plans.
• Complete progress notes and other required clinical documentation accurately and within established deadlines.
• Participate in treatment team meetings and clinical case reviews.
• Monitor client progress and make recommendations regarding continued treatment, transition, discharge, or referrals.
• Complete discharge summaries and aftercare recommendations.
• Coordinate care with outside providers, community resources, probation/parole officers, medical providers, and other authorized parties when appropriate.
• Identify changes in client behavior, mental health status, substance use, or level-of-care needs and communicate concerns promptly to clinical leadership.
• Maintain professional boundaries and client confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA and organizational policies.
• Follow Virginia DBHDS requirements, Medicaid requirements, ASAM standards, and Keys of Life policies and procedures.
• Participate in clinical supervision as required for LPC licensure.
• Maintain accurate records of supervision and residency hours in accordance with Virginia Board of Counseling requirements.
• Perform additional clinical duties appropriate to the position as assigned.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Counseling, Clinical Mental Health Counseling, or a related counseling discipline from an appropriately accredited program.
• Currently registered or eligible to register as a LPC or Resident in Counseling/LPC Resident in Virginia.
• Must be actively working toward Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) licensure.
• Knowledge of mental health and substance use disorders preferred.
• Experience working in an IOP, PHP, community-based behavioral health, substance use treatment, or similar clinical setting is preferred.
• Familiarity with ASAM criteria is strongly preferred.
• Ability to facilitate engaging and clinically appropriate group sessions.
• Strong clinical documentation, organization, communication, and time-management skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of an interdisciplinary treatment team.
• Must demonstrate professionalism, dependability, good judgment, and appropriate clinical boundaries.

Preferred Experience

• Substance use disorder treatment
• Co-occurring mental health disorders
• ASAM 2.1 Intensive Outpatient Services
• ASAM 2.5 Partial Hospitalization Services
• Individual and group counseling
• Motivational Interviewing
• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
• Relapse prevention
• Trauma-informed care
• Crisis intervention
• Treatment planning and clinical documentation

What We Are Looking For

We are looking for someone who is not simply seeking hours toward licensure, but who wants to grow as a clinician and become an important part of a developing behavioral health organization.

The successful candidate will be someone who can connect with clients, lead meaningful groups, accept clinical feedback, meet documentation requirements, communicate effectively with leadership, and maintain high professional standards.

Why Join Keys of Life?

Keys of Life offers LPC Residents an opportunity to gain meaningful clinical experience while working with a diverse population and an interdisciplinary behavioral health team.

The position provides exposure to assessment, treatment planning, group therapy, individual counseling, substance use treatment, case consultation, documentation, and coordinated care within structured ASAM programs.

Schedule

Monday through Thursday, with specific hours based on program and client needs.

Full-time and part-time opportunities may be considered.

Keys of Life LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We welcome qualified candidates who are committed to ethical practice, professional development, accountability, teamwork, and providing high-quality behavioral health services.