Substance Use Counselor

Transformcap; Franklin (IN); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Groups in Franklin, IN is seeking a Substance Use Counselor to lead 3–4 daily group therapy sessions and support a recovery-focused care team. The role requires active Indiana behavioral health licensure and at least two years of group therapy experience in a SUD setting.

The position offers a hybrid work arrangement with occasional evening shifts, a salary range of $50,000–$70,000 per year, and opportunities to collaborate with prescribers, care navigators, and recovery coaches in a

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Active Indiana behavioral health license or certification including CADAC II–V, LCSW, LMHC, LMFT, LCAC, LSW, LMHC-A, LMFT-A, LAC, LCAC-A and associate level status with licensure reciprocity willingness.
• Minimum two years of experience leading group therapy in a SUD setting.
• High comfort level with technology: EMR, Telehealth software, Google products.
• Ability to work 2-3 evenings per week up to 9pm as needed.
• Other backgrounds such as mental health, social work, substance use disorder treatment, therapy, human services, MAT.

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 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

Active listening

Facilitation

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

EMR systems

Telehealth software

Google Workspace

Job description

Substance Use Counselor

Location: Name Linked Franklin

ID: 2026-7098

Job Locations: US-IN-Franklin

Category: Clinical

Type: Regular Full-Time

Work Arrangement: Hybrid

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: $50,000-$70,000/ year *Based on experience, and education

Schedule:

• Monday: 9:00 AM–8:00 PM
• Tuesday: 9:00 AM–7:00 PM
• Wednesday: 9:00 AM–9:00 PM (Remote)
• Thursday: 9:00 AM–4:00 PM

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 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

• Salary range: $50,000-$70,000/ year *Based on experience, and education
  Schedule:

• Bachelor’s degree.

• An active IN behavioral health license or certification including but not limited to: CADAC II - V, LCSW, LMHC, LMFT, LCAC, LSW, LMHC-A, LMFT-A, LAC, LCAC-A and associate level status with ability and willingness to obtain licensure reciprocity in other states.

• Minimum two years of experience leading group therapy 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.