Substance Use Counselor

Groups Recover Together; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 62,058 - 74,932; Full time

Job summary

Groups Recover Together is seeking a Counselor to lead dynamic group therapy sessions and contribute to member-centered care teams in a mission-driven environment. You will facilitate group sessions, document progress, and support both individual and group treatment plans.

You’ll work evenings up to 8:30pm as needed, bring a minimum 2–3 years of SUD experience, and collaborate with partners to ensure high-quality care while adhering to licensing and ethical standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or graduate degree in mental health, social work, psychology, addictions or related field.
• NH License as LADC, MLADC, LMFT, LCMHC, LICSW.
• 2-3 years of experience working with substance use or related field.
• Ability to work 2 evenings per week up to 8:30pm as needed.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Facilitating group therapy sessions for clients.
• Familiarizing with and utilizing our evidence‑based curriculum guides and training.
• Providing detailed feedback and maintaining clinical progress notes on clients.
• Counseling one‑on‑one with clients, when deemed necessary.
• Participating in our community research and public health partners’ research and data collection efforts.
• Formulating and maintaining treatment plans for each client served.
• Collaborating with community partners and our providers on case management and care coordination efforts.
• Adhering to professional and ethical work standards, enforcing appropriate counselor/client boundaries.
• Managing group dynamics and problem behavior with strong, professional judgment and in a way that does not jeopardize group integrity.
• Maintaining compliance with federal, state and local regulations for licensing and billing purposes.
• Attending and engaging in regular training, company meetings, monthly counselor consultation, and supervision as necessary.

Skills

Group therapy facilitation

Client counseling

EMR/Telehealth tech familiarity

Education

Bachelor's or Graduate degree in mental health, social work, psychology, addictions or related field

NH Licenses: LADC, MLADC, LMFT, LCMHC, LICSW

Job description

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

$62,058 - $74,932

Responsibilities

• Facilitating group therapy sessions for clients.
• Familiarizing with and utilizing our evidence‑based curriculum guides and training.
• Providing detailed feedback and maintaining clinical progress notes on clients.
• Counseling one‑on‑one with clients, when deemed necessary.
• Participating in our community research and public health partners’ research and data collection efforts.
• Formulating and maintaining treatment plans for each client served.
• Collaborating with community partners and our providers on case management and care coordination efforts.
• Adhering to professional and ethical work standards, enforcing appropriate counselor/client boundaries.
• Managing group dynamics and problem behavior with strong, professional judgment and in a way that does not jeopardize group integrity.
• Maintaining compliance with federal, state and local regulations for licensing and billing purposes.
• Attending and engaging in regular training, company meetings, monthly counselor consultation, and supervision as necessary.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or Graduate degree in mental health, social work, psychology, addictions or related field.
• NH License as LADC, MLADC, LMFT, LCMHC, LICSW.
• 2-3 years of experience working with substance use or related field.
• Ability to work 2 evenings per week up to 8:30pm as needed.
• 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.