Substance Use Counselor

Alumni Ventures; Richmond (KY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Alumni Ventures is hiring a Substance Use Counselor in Richmond, KY. In this role, you will lead dynamic group therapy sessions, collaborate with a dedicated care team, and promote recovery within a supportive environment. A Bachelor's degree and an active behavioral health license in Kentucky are required, along with a minimum of two years of experience in leading group therapy. This position demands a commitment to quality care, the ability to use technology effectively, and flexibility to work evenings as necessary.

Qualifications

• Active behavioral health licensure in Kentucky, such as LCSW, LPP, LMHC.
• Minimum of 2 years leading group therapy in a SUD setting.
• Ability to work evenings up to 9pm as needed.

Responsibilities

• Lead 3–4 group therapy sessions daily using an evidence-based curriculum.
• Facilitate group discussions tailored to member needs.
• Collaborate with care teams, prescribers, and recovery coaches.

Skills

Compassion

Collaboration

Commitment to quality care

High comfort level with technology

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Telehealth software

EMR

Google products

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.