Recovery SpecialistGroup Therapist 1099

REVIVE TREATMENT CENTER - LAKE ZURICH; Lake Zurich (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Part time

Job summary

Healing Revitalized is seeking a skilled Recovery Specialist and Group Therapist for our Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP). The role emphasizes strong group facilitation, trauma-focused care, and collaboration within a multidisciplinary treatment team.

The ideal candidate will have addiction-treatment experience and be comfortable delivering various group formats, while supporting client recovery and family involvement in treatment.

Qualifications

• Required: CADC or higher related certification
• Experience working in addiction treatment (IOP, PHP, residential, outpatient, or recovery programs)
• Experience facilitating therapeutic groups

Responsibilities

• Group Facilitation: Lead process, psychoeducational, and recovery-focused groups
• Clinical Documentation: Complete timely and accurate documentation in the electronic health record
• Treatment Team Collaboration: Participate in clinical team meetings and case consultations

Skills

Group facilitation

Interpersonal communication

Team collaboration

Education

Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or related behavioral health field

Illinois licensure eligibility (LCSW, LCPC, LPC, CADC, etc.)

Tools

CBT, DBT, ACT, IFS

Job description

Healing Revitalized is seeking a skilled Recovery Specialist and engaging Group Therapist to join our Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP). This role is ideal for a candidate with strong group facilitation skills and experience working in addiction treatment who enjoys working in a collaborative, team-based treatment environment.

The Group Therapist will facilitate therapeutic groups, provide recovery counseling, and support family involvement in treatment for individuals struggling with substance use and related mental health challenges. The ideal candidate is comfortable leading groups, creating a safe and structured therapeutic environment, and delivering trauma-focused care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Group Facilitation
• Facilitate therapeutic groups within the Intensive Outpatient Program
• Lead process groups, psychoeducational groups, and recovery-focused groups
• Foster a supportive and engaging group environment that encourages participation and accountability
• Monitor group dynamics and maintain a safe and respectful therapeutic space
• Clinical Documentation
• Complete timely and accurate documentation in the electronic health record
• Maintain treatment plans, progress notes, and discharge summaries
• Ensure documentation meets clinical, regulatory, and insurance standards
• Treatment Team Collaboration
• Participate in clinical team meetings and case consultation
• Collaborate closely with the Clinical Director and treatment team
• Communicate relevant clinical updates and client progress

Qualifications:

• Required:
  • CADC or higher related certification
  • Experience working in addiction treatment (IOP, PHP, residential, outpatient, or recovery programs)
  • Experience facilitating therapeutic groups
• Preferred:
  • Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or related behavioral health field
  • Illinois licensure or license eligibility (LCSW, LCPC, LPC, CADC, etc.)
  • Experience working in trauma-informed treatment settings
  • Familiarity with evidence-based approaches such as CBT, DBT, ACT, and IFS
  • Experience integrating somatic and holistic wellness practices into therapeutic care is highly desirable
  • Experience working with co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders

Key Skills:

• Strong group facilitation and engagement skills
• Ability to work effectively with individuals in early recovery
• Trauma-focused clinical perspective
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to collaborate within a multidisciplinary treatment team
• Possesses a positive, 'glass-half-full' attitude and a good sense of humor
• Brings a lighthearted approach to challenging projects

Schedule:

• Part-time hours aligned with evening IOP group schedule (5:30pm-8:30pm).

Work Location:

• In person
• In person

Job Type:

• Contract