Substance Use Counselor - Maine

Better Life Partners; Bangor (ME); Hybrid; USD 48,230 - 71,550; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Flexible schedule

Work from home options

Job summary

A community recovery organization in Bangor, Maine, is seeking a Full-time therapist to facilitate group therapy sessions and work closely with clients on their recovery journeys. Candidates should have a Bachelor's or Graduate degree in a related field and experience in substance use. A valid Maine license as LADC or CADC is required. The position allows for hybrid or remote work, encouraging flexibility in scheduling. Compelling compensation is offered, alongside the opportunity to impact the community positively.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience working in substance use or related field.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel within Maine.
• Availability to work flexible hours, including weekends.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate group therapy sessions.
• Collaborate with community partners for case management.
• Maintain compliance with regulations for licensing.

Skills

Experience in mental health

Group therapy facilitation

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor or Graduate degree in mental health or related field

Maine License as LADC or CADC

Job description

3 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants

This range is provided by Better Life Partners. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$48,230.00/yr - $71,550.00/yr

Who we are

At Better Life Partners, we provide what it takes to heal from addiction. Wherever. Whenever. We work alongside community-based organizations to meet our members where they are, no matter what recovery looks like to them. By combining virtual and in-person counseling, community support, and access to life‑saving medication, we help people move beyond addiction to find belonging, love, and purpose.

If you’re looking to roll up your sleeves and meet hard challenges head‑on, then we’re looking for you.

The role

In this role, you will interact regularly with clients, referral sources, field staff, and members of the local community. You will be a resource for clients and community partners, guiding them on the path to recovery. You will work side by side with a high‑impact team of medical providers, recovery coaches and coordinators, helping clients to thrive. Your work is essential and your constant feedback will be expected to help clients reach the best outcome possible.

This is a remote position. Unless otherwise agreed upon all candidates must reside in‑market.

What you will do

• Demonstrate and communicate the core values of Better Life Partners
• Facilitate group therapy sessions for Better Life Partners clients
• Familiarize with and utilize Better Life Partners evidence‑based curriculum guides and training
• Provide detailed feedback and maintain clinical progress notes on clients
• Counsel one‑on‑one with clients, when deemed necessary
• Participate in Better Life Partners’s community research and public health partners’ research and data collection efforts
• Formulate and maintain treatment plans for each client served
• Collaborate with community partners and Better Life Partners providers on case management and care coordination efforts
• Adhere to professional and ethical work standards, enforce appropriate counselor/client boundaries
• Manage group dynamics and problem behavior with strong, professional judgement and in a way that does not jeopardize group integrity
• Maintain compliance with federal, state and local regulations for licensing and billing purposes
• Attend and engage in regular training, company meetings, monthly counselor consultation, and supervision as necessary

You are a good fit if you have

• Bachelor or Graduate degree in mental health, social work, psychology, addictions or related field
• Maine License as LADC or CADC
• 2‑3 years of experience working with substance use or related field
• Valid driver’s license
• Willingness to travel within Maine

It will also be great if you have

• Availability to work Saturdays
• Demonstrated experience leading group therapy sessions, interacting, engaging, and connecting with individuals and groups over telehealth/zoom
• Comfortable working with an EMR and/or EHR system, including updating clinical notes
• Willingness to travel locally within the communities we serve
• Must be able to have a flexible schedule, including the ability to work 1‑2 evenings a week to meet our members’ needs
• Self‑motivated to help as many people as possible. Team player with an “all hands on deck” positive attitude, organized/able to multitask
• Strong interpersonal skills and a professional demeanor
• Master's in a related field

Location requirements

• BLP operates in hybrid and remote work environments, which allows us to better meet our members and partners where they’re located. Candidates applying for this role must be willing and able to travel locally within the communities we serve and/or travel to onsite meetings as expected in coordination with their department and business needs.

When working from home, the requirements include

• Must have reliable internet service with a fast upload/download ability
• Ability to ensure any protected health or proprietary data/information is not visible (or audible) to others in any work location
• Must have a quiet space to speak to members, team members, or external partners with minimal background noise and distractions

In addition to a competitive compensation package, we’re offering the chance to be the change you wish to see in your community. Help us work toward a future where everyone can have a healthy life filled with belonging, love, and purpose.

We’re a recovery‑friendly workplace that values family life, diversity, equity, and inclusion.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

The actual compensation offered within the range, along with title and level, will be dependent on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, relevant experience, qualifications, skills, level offered, business requirements, and performance expectations.

Seniority level

Not Applicable

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Other

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