Substance Use Counselor

Transformcap; West Virginia; On-site; USD 53,041 - 63,565; Full time

Job summary

Transformcap is seeking a Substance Use Counselor to lead dynamic group therapy sessions in a remote setting. The ideal candidate will have a Master’s degree, active behavioral health licensure, and at least two years of experience in leading groups within a substance use disorder setting. You'll be responsible for facilitating discussions, monitoring member progress, and supporting a positive, recovery-oriented environment. The role requires proficiency with technology and the ability to work evenings as needed. A commitment to quality care and member success is essential.

Qualifications

• Master's degree required for the position.
• Active behavioral health licensure preferred.
• Minimum of two years leading groups in a SUD setting.

Responsibilities

• Lead 3–4 group therapy sessions per day using a structured curriculum.
• Facilitate discussions to meet members' needs within clinical framework.
• Monitor member progress and document outcomes.

Skills

Leading group therapy sessions

Collaboration with care teams

Technology proficiency

Compassion and collaboration

Education

Master's degree

Active behavioral health licensure

Tools

EMR software

Telehealth software

Google products

Job description

Substance Use Counselor

West Virginia - Remote

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: $53,041 - $63,565

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

• Master’s degree required.
• Preferred: Active behavioral health licensure including but not limited to: GSW, LCSW, LPC, LMFT, ADC, AADC, LICSW, or associate-level licensure; alternatively, Master’s degree (or BA with relevant experience) 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.