Substance Abuse Recover Counselor

Health eCareers; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits — medical, dental, vision, 401(k)

Generous PTO and paid holidays

Opportunity to make a lasting impact on lives

Supportive, mission-driven environment

Job summary

AppleGate Recovery is seeking a Full-Time Licensed Counselor to provide compassionate care for patients battling opioid use disorders. The role involves individual and group counseling, assessments, and collaboration with a clinical team. Join a mission-driven environment where you can make a lasting impact on lives.

Qualifications

• Must hold one of the following: LPC/MHSP, LPC/MHSP Temporary, LADAC II, LCSW, LMFT.
• Passion for working with individuals affected by substance use disorders.
• Preferred: Prior experience with opioid or chemical dependency treatment.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group counseling using evidence-based practices.
• Conduct initial patient assessments and determine eligibility.
• Develop and implement personalized treatment plans.

Skills

Team collaboration

Empathy

Knowledge of addiction

Education

LPC/MHSP, LPC/MHSP Temporary, LADAC II, LCSW, LMFT

Job description

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Description

Full-Time Licensed Counselor — MAT Clinics

AppleGate Recovery, part of BayMark Health Services, is a leader in addiction treatment, providing compassionate, evidence-based care for adults battling opioid use disorders. As the nation's largest specialty organization addressing the opioid crisis, we deliver high-quality care and foster a culture of dignity, respect, and excellence.

We are seeking a Full-Time Licensed Counselor to join our team. In this role, you will help patients reclaim their lives using Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) alongside counseling, collaborating with physicians, nurses, and multidisciplinary teammates to support recovery.

What You’ll Do

1. Provide individual and group counseling using evidence-based, trauma-informed practices.
2. Conduct initial patient assessments and determine eligibility.
3. Complete comprehensive bio-psychosocial assessments.
4. Develop and implement personalized treatment plans.
5. Support patients in developing healthy coping skills and symptom management strategies.
6. Collaborate with the clinical team to evaluate patient progress.
7. Assist with aftercare and discharge planning.
8. Respond empathetically to patient concerns and questions.
9. Support other clinic locations as needed.
10. Perform other duties as assigned.

What We’re Looking For

1. Must hold one of the following: LPC/MHSP, LPC/MHSP Temporary, LADAC II, LCSW, LMFT, or be a Master’s-level intern/candidate working toward licensure.
2. Passion for working with individuals affected by substance use disorders.
3. Preferred: Prior experience with opioid or chemical dependency treatment.
4. Ability to engage with patients in a positive, non-judgmental manner.
5. Strong team collaboration skills.
6. Knowledge of addiction, treatment modalities, and community resources.
7. Satisfactory background check and drug screen required.

Why Join AppleGate Recovery?

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive benefits — medical, dental, vision, 401(k)
• Generous PTO and paid holidays
• Opportunity to make a lasting impact on lives
• Supportive, mission-driven environment

We are committed to the belief that everyone deserves the chance to heal. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcome candidates of all backgrounds to apply.