Therapist, Co-Occurring Disorder Specialist ACT

Blue Ridge Behavioral Healthcare; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free licensure supervision

Paid time off 21 days + 10 holidays

Team atmosphere

Job summary

Blue Ridge Behavioral Healthcare in Roanoke, VA is seeking a Therapist or Licensed Therapist to join the ACT team. You will provide psychotherapy, assessment, medication management, and care coordination for individuals with co‑occurring disorders in community settings.

The role requires a Master's degree, licensure eligibility (LPC or LCSW), and at least two years of clinical experience. Expect frequent local travel and a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a human services field that fulfills licensure criteria in Virginia.
• Minimum two years of clinical experience including attainment of licensure.
• Pursue licensure as LPC or LCSW.
• Background checks, driving record, and drug testing as required.

Responsibilities

• Provide psychotherapy and related services for individuals with co-occurring disorders.
• Assist with assessments, treatment planning, and staff/client education.
• Deliver community-based services with 75% local travel.
• Collaborate on care coordination within a multidisciplinary team.

Skills

Counseling

Psychotherapy

Assessment

Care coordination

Team collaboration

Education

Master's degree in human services

LPC/LCSW licensure eligibility

Job description

Therapist, Co-Occurring Disorder Specialist ACT

Company Summary

At Blue Ridge Behavioral Healthcare, Hope is Spoken Here. Our mission is to provide quality, community-based services that prevent and address mental health disorders, developmental disabilities, and substance use disorders.

We put people first-ensuring every individual is treated with dignity and respect while providing flexible, affordable, and timely services.

Join us in making a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve as a Therapist or Licensed Therapist.

Position Summary/Responsibilities

ACT staff are part of a multi-disciplinary team that provide mental health services for individuals with significant mental illness who need intensive support to permit or enhance functioning in the community. Services include psychotherapy, psychiatric assessment, medication management, care coordination, individual and group therapy, case management, and skill‑building activities. As part of the ACT team, the Therapist Co‑Occurring Disorder Specialist provides tailored interventions to individuals struggling with both substance use disorders and severe mental illness. In the role of team expert on addiction, you will assist with assessments, treatment planning, and education of both staff and clients.

Must prefer working with a team! This position requires frequent local travel, as 75% of services are provided in the community.

Hiring Range:

The anticipated base salary for the therapist position is $51,630.81 to $55,940.32. The anticipated base salary for the licensed therapist position is $66,627.61 to $70,937.12. Actual compensation offered within this range will be determined based on the candidate's experience, education, qualifications (knowledge, skills, and abilities), geographic location, complexity of role, and other relevant business considerations. We kindly ask that candidates do not discuss compensation until after an offer of employment is extended.

Requirements

• Education: This position requires a Master's degree in a human services field that fulfills the criteria for eligibility for professional licensure as a professional counselor or clinical social worker in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
• Experience: Minimum two (2) years clinical experience which includes attainment of licensure. (Licensed)
• Certifications/Licenses: Required to pursue licensure as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) or Licensed Social Worker (LCSW).
• Background Check: Fingerprints, State and FBI criminal record reports, drug test, and central registry report will be required upon selection.
• Safe Driving Record: This position requires transporting clients or driving agency vehicles. Candidates must have a good driving record, which is defined as no more than two moving violations in the last three years and no criminal moving violations in the last five years.

Special Work Conditions

This role requires the ability to communicate effectively with staff, clients, and partners, both verbally and in writing. The employee must be able to remain in a stationary position for portions of the workday, move throughout office or community settings, and operate a computer and standard office equipment. The position may occasionally require lifting or transporting materials or supplies up to 10 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.

Why work at BRBH?

• Free licensure supervision for LPC and LSCW!
• Team atmosphere: Our small team works hard to change lives.
• Work/Life Balance:We have a great Paid Time Off policy - 21 days annually, which starts accruing on your first day, plus 10 paid holidays.
• Stable Employer:BRBH provides multiple programs and services throughout the Roanoke Valley with over 350 employees working to provide quality care to our clients. We are proud to have served our community for over 50 years. BRBH maintains a drug‑free workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. This position is located in Roanoke, VA.

EOE Statement

Blue Ridge Behavioral Healthcare provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation general identify or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.; we are unable to provide visa sponsorship.

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