Substance Use Counselor

Transformcap; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Transformcap is seeking a Substance Use Counselor in Richmond, KY. In this role, you will lead group therapy sessions and collaborate with healthcare teams to promote a positive recovery environment.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor’s degree and an active behavioral health licensure in Kentucky. A minimum of two years of experience in a SUD setting is required, along with excellent technological skills. Join us in making a meaningful difference in addiction healthcare.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Active behavioral health licensure in Kentucky, with the ability to obtain reciprocity in other states.
• Minimum 2 years experience in group therapy for SUD.

Responsibilities

• Lead 3-4 group therapy sessions daily using evidence-based curriculum.
• Facilitate discussions using approved modalities.
• Collaborate with care teams and monitor member progress.
• Support a positive environment and engage in outreach.

Skills

Group therapy leadership

Compassion

Collaboration

Technology use (EMR, Telehealth)

Community outreach

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

EMR

Telehealth software

Google products (Gmail, Google Docs/Sheets/Drive)

Job description

Substance Use Counselor

Location: Richmond, KY - US-KY-Richmond

Job ID: 2026-6883

Category: Clinical

Type: Regular Full-Time

Work Arrangement: In-person

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.

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

• Bachelor’s degree.
• An active behavioral health licensure in the state of Kentucky including but not limited to: LCSW, LPP, LMHC, LPP, LPCC, LPCC-S, LPC, LCADC 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.