Substance Use Counselor

Recover Together; Bridgeport (WV); On-site; USD 53,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Groups is seeking a Substance Use Counselor in Clarksburg, WV. You will lead dynamic group therapy sessions and be a key member of our member-centered care teams in an in-person role.

Requirements include a Master’s degree, licensure options, at least two years leading groups in a substance use disorder setting, and comfort with EMR and Google tools. Evening availability 2–3 nights per week; salary range provided.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree required.
• Active behavioral health licensure preferred; reciprocity across states with ability to obtain licensure in other states.
• Minimum two years leading groups in a SUD setting.
• High comfort level with technology: EMR, Telehealth software, Google products (Gmail, Docs/Sheets/Drive).
• Willingness to work 2–3 evenings per week.

Responsibilities

• Lead 3–4 one-hour group therapy sessions per day using a structured, evidence-based curriculum.
• Facilitate group discussions using a “plug and play” approach from approved modalities to meet members where they are within clinical guardrails.
• Collaborate with prescribers, care navigators, and recovery coaches.
• Monitor member progress and document outcomes.
• Support a positive, recovery-oriented environment for members.
• Engage in local community outreach to promote Groups’ mission.

Skills

Group therapy leadership

SUD counseling

EMR proficiency

Telehealth readiness

Team collaboration

Education

Master’s degree

Tools

EMR

Telehealth software

Google Workspace

Job description

Substance Use Counselor

Location: Clarksburg

Job Locations: US-WV-Bridgeport

Category: Clinical

Type: Regular Full-Time

Work Arrangement: In-person

ID: 2026-7151

Overview

At Groups, we know recovery is possible – and no one should have to do it alone. As a Counselor, you’ll lead dynamic group therapy sessions and be a vital part of our member-centered care teams. You’ll work in a mission-driven environment where compassion, integrity, and human connection drive real transformation.

We’re more than a treatment provider – we’re a recovery community. Join us as we change the future of addiction healthcare.

If you believe in recovery, harm reduction, and member-centered care — this is your place.

Salary Range: $53,041 - $63,565 Based on experience, and education

Schedule: 4-day workweek, Monday–Thursday or Tuesday–Friday, 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM.

Responsibilities

What You’ll Do

• Lead 3–4 one-hour group therapy sessions per day using a structured, evidence-based curriculum.
• Facilitate group discussions using a “plug and play” approach from approved modalities to meet members where they are within the guardrails of our clinical framework.
• Collaborate with prescribers, care navigators, and recovery coaches.
• Monitor member progress and document outcomes.
• Support a positive, recovery-oriented environment for members.
• Engage in local community outreach to promote Groups’ mission.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree required.
• Preferred: Active behavioral health licensure including but not limited to: ADC, AADC, LPC, LICSW and associate level status with ability and willingness to obtain licensure reciprocity in other states
• Minimum two years’ leading groups in a SUD setting.
• High comfort level with Technology: EMR, Telehealth software, Google products (Gmail, Google Docs/Sheets/Drive), mobile apps, etc.
• Compassion, collaboration, commitment to quality care, and an investment in member success.
• Ability to work 2-3 evenings per week up to 9pm as needed.
• Other preferred backgrounds, experience, and skills include: mental health, social work, substance use disorder treatment, therapy, human services, social services, medication assisted treatment or MAT.