Licensed Substance Use Counselor — MAT & Group Therapy

Symetria-Recovery; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Life insurance

CEU reimbursement

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Licensure fee reimbursement

Job summary

Symetria Recovery in Chicago, IL seeks licensed counselors to provide comprehensive MAT-focused outpatient treatment. You will assess, plan, and document care, with individual and group counseling, discharge planning and community referrals.

Ideal candidates have 1–3 years in substance use counseling, strong group facilitation and crisis intervention skills, and excellent communication within a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in substance use counseling.
• Proficient in group facilitation, motivational interviewing, crisis intervention, conflict resolution and evidence-based addiction treatment methods.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with staff and patients.
• Computer literacy including EMR systems and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients’ substance use history and needs.
• Develop individualized treatment plans aligned with goals and best practices.
• Document treatment plans, progress, and notes accurately and timely.
• Prepare and facilitate individual counseling sessions to support recovery.
• Lead group counseling sessions to foster discussion and peer support.
• Equip patients with coping skills for long-term recovery.
• Create discharge plans including aftercare and relapse prevention.
• Coordinate referrals to medical, psychiatric, and community services.
• Provide case management for biopsychosocial needs and continuity of care.
• Advocate for access to services and supports; schedule additional treatments as needed.

Skills

Group facilitation

Motivational interviewing

Crisis intervention

Conflict resolution

Evidence-based practice

Assessment planning

Counseling delivery

Interpersonal skills

Education

LPC/LCPC/LCSW/LSW/CADC licensed in state

Job description

Symetria Recovery in Chicago, IL seeks licensed counselors to provide comprehensive MAT-focused outpatient treatment. You will assess, plan, and document care, with individual and group counseling, discharge planning and community referrals.

Ideal candidates have 1–3 years in substance use counseling, strong group facilitation and crisis intervention skills, and excellent communication within a collaborative team.