Licensed Substance Use Disorder Therapist - Residential

Transitions | Drug Rehabilitation & Immediate Care | Residential Treatment; Erlanger (KY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% Company-Sponsored Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Free Supervision for Licensure

Free Continuing Education

Generous Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Dual State Licensure Reimbursement

Job summary

Transitions is seeking a Licensed Substance Use Disorder Therapist to provide clinical care in Erlanger. The role involves managing clinical caseloads, developing treatment plans, and delivering therapy in a multidisciplinary environment. Candidates must hold a Master's degree in Behavioral Health and appropriate Kentucky licensure. This role offers 100% company-sponsored medical, dental, and vision insurance, along with paid time off and educational support, aiming to empower individuals in their recovery journeys.

Qualifications

• Active Kentucky license (CSW, LCSW, LPCA, LPCC, LPA) and/or Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC).

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of clients with assessments and therapy.
• Develop and update individualized treatment plans.
• Participate in weekly team meetings for client progress.

Skills

Clinical care administration

Crisis intervention

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Education

Master’s degree in Behavioral Health or a related field

Tools

RELIAS continuing education platform

Job description

Position Title: Licensed Substance Use Disorder Therapist – Residential

Supervisor: Clinical Supervisor

About Us

Transitions, Inc. is a CARF-accredited behavioral health organization providing a full continuum of Substance Use Disorder (SUD) and co-occurring mental health treatment. Our mission is to empower individuals in recovery through personalized, evidence-based care in a compassionate environment.

Position Overview

The Licensed Substance Use Disorder Therapist provides clinical care for clients in residential and outpatient settings, including conducting assessments, developing treatment plans, and delivering individual and group therapy. The role also involves collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to ensure effective treatment and recovery.

Key Responsibilities

• Clinical Caseload Management: Manage a caseload of clients, providing assessments, treatment plans, individual therapy, group therapy, and family sessions.
• Treatment Planning & Documentation: Develop and update individualized treatment plans, ensuring documentation meets regulatory and clinical standards.
• Multidisciplinary Collaboration: Participate in weekly team meetings, share client progress, and coordinate care with support staff and external referral sources.
• Supervision & Professional Growth: Engage in weekly individual supervision with a Licensed Clinical Supervisor to support professional development.
• Discharge Planning & Referrals: Create discharge plans, including safe housing arrangements and referrals to lower levels of care, when appropriate.
• Crisis Intervention & Support: Provide crisis intervention and coordinate with other treatment providers or case managers as necessary.
• Community Representation: Represent Transitions professionally in all interactions with clients, families, and referral sources.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Behavioral Health or a related field.
• Active Kentucky license (CSW, LCSW, LPCA, LPCC, LPA) and/or Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC).

Employment Benefits

• 100% Company-Sponsored Medical (High-Deductible Plan), Dental & Vision Insurance – comprehensive coverage with no employee premium cost. (Monthly premium with the Medical PPO Plan).
• Free Supervision for Licensure – for dependently licensed Professional Counselors and Social Workers.
• Free Continuing Education – access to CEUs via RELIAS and annual training stipend.
• Generous Paid Time Off – plus paid holidays.
• Tuition Reimbursement & Loan Forgiveness Support
• Dual State Licensure Reimbursement – we’ll cover the cost if you're licensed outside Kentucky.

Join a mission-driven team helping individuals and families reclaim their lives from addiction.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Transitions, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or any other status protected by law or regulation. It is our intention that all qualified applicants are given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.

E-Verify

Transitions, Inc. participates in the federal government’s E-Verify program, which confirms employment authorization of all newly hired employees and most existing employees through an electronic database maintained by the Social Security Administration and Department of Homeland Security. For all new hires, the E-Verify process is completed in conjunction with the Form I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification on or before the first day of work. E-Verify is not used as a tool to pre-screen candidates. For up-to-date information on E-Verify, go to www.uscis.gov and click on 'E-Verify' located near the bottom of the page.