Post-Release Therapist: Empower Recovery & Growth

Concordance; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits

401(K) matching

Generous PTO

Wellness stipend

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Concordance is seeking a Post-Release Therapist in Richmond, VA to join a multidisciplinary care team. The role focuses on healing-first approaches, helping participants develop and pursue their treatment goals through individual and group sessions.

Qualified candidates hold a Master’s degree in a related field and an independent clinical license, with 3–5 years of experience in mental health and substance use disorders. A commitment to compassionate, evidence-based reentry care is essential.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in counseling, social work, behavioral health, or related field.
• Independent clinical license required.
• 3–5 years in mental health and substance use disorders.
• Familiar with 12-step programs and CBT approaches.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate weekly 1:1 and group sessions using CBT and Motivational Interviewing.
• Provide ongoing supportive communications to participants post-release.
• Update participants’ treatment plans with new objectives.
• Use assessments to measure goals and progress.
• Maintain quality of Concordance Re-entry Model curriculum.
• Prepare for sessions to maximize effectiveness.
• Document sessions and coordinate with care teams.

Skills

Motivational Interviewing

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Crisis communication

Documentation

Education

Master’s degree in counseling, social work, behavioral health, or related field

Independent clinical license

Job description

Concordance is seeking a Post-Release Therapist in Richmond, VA to join a multidisciplinary care team. The role focuses on healing-first approaches, helping participants develop and pursue their treatment goals through individual and group sessions.

Qualified candidates hold a Master’s degree in a related field and an independent clinical license, with 3–5 years of experience in mental health and substance use disorders. A commitment to compassionate, evidence-based reentry care is essential.