Therapist - Substance Use Recovery

Compass Health Network; Union (MO); On-site; USD 75,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

Compass Health Network in Union, MO is seeking a full-time Therapist for its Substance Use Recovery team. In this rewarding role, you will provide individual therapy and crisis intervention to adults facing mental health and substance use challenges.

You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to foster person-centered care, help clients achieve their recovery goals, and support their overall well-being. The position offers licensure supervision if applicable and emphasizes a strong commitment to clinical competence.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in counseling, social work or psychology required.
• Provisionally or fully licensed in Missouri.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual psychotherapy and support services to adult clients.
• Conduct clinical assessments and complete treatment plans in collaboration with patients.
• Offer crisis intervention services during daytime hours.

Skills

Therapeutic relationship building

Empathetic communication

Organization

Evidence-based practices

Crisis management

Education

Master’s degree in counseling, social work or psychology

Licensed in Missouri (PLPC, LPC, PLMFT, LMFT, LMSW, LCSW)

Job description

Therapist - Substance Use Recovery

Department: FQHC CSTAR Substance Use

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Union - Paul Alan Drive

Reporting To: Laura Bilsland

Compensation: $36.29 - $39.29 / hour

Description

Support Adults on Their Recovery Journey Through Compassionate Counseling. This is a full-time, benefit eligible position. The schedule is Monday - Friday 9:00am - 5:00pm.

Compass Health Network is seeking a licensed therapist to join our Adult Outpatient team. In this meaningful role, you’ll provide individual therapy, treatment planning, and crisis intervention for adults experiencing mental health and/or substance use challenges.

As part of a multidisciplinary team, you’ll support clients through person-centered, integrated care—helping them build the tools needed to improve daily functioning and enhance overall wellbeing.

This is a full-time, benefit-eligible position.

This is a great opportunity for someone who:

• Is passionate about working with adults navigating mental health and substance use concerns
• Wants to make a real impact through one-on-one therapy, crisis intervention, and holistic care planning
• Thrives in a team-based environment and values strong clinical collaboration
• Is looking to grow in a flexible role that allows for licensure supervision (if applicable)
• Enjoys a dynamic position that includes direct service and occasional triage/crisis support
• Values an organization that supports cultural competence, clinical development, and person-centered care

Key Responsibilities

• Provide individual psychotherapy and support services to adult clients
• Serve as a team coordinator for referrals, waitlists, and client care (particularly in CSTAR/OUD settings if applicable)
• Conduct clinical assessments and complete treatment plans in collaboration with persons served
• Provide triage services during Open Access hours, when needed
• Deliver culturally competent services that align with the unique needs of each person
• Maintain complete, accurate, and timely documentation in accordance with agency and state regulations
• Interface and coordinate care with other internal and external service providers to ensure wraparound support
• Offer crisis intervention services during daytime hours per agency protocol
• Participate in treatment team meetings and quality assurance activities
• Provide licensure supervision (if applicable)
• Meet agency-defined productivity standards and customer care expectations
• Attend all required training and maintain compliance with funders and accrediting bodies

Requirements, Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Master’s degree in counseling, social work or psychology required
• Provisionally or fully licensed in Missouri:
  • PLPC, LPC, PLMFT, LMFT, LMSW, or LCSW

You’ll be a great fit if you’re someone who:

• Builds strong therapeutic relationships with adults facing complex mental health or substance use challenges
• Communicates clearly and empathetically with clients, families, and interdisciplinary team members
• Is highly organized and can balance direct service with timely, thorough documentation
• Values evidence-based practices and is committed to continual professional growth
• Brings flexibility, dependability, and a solution-focused mindset to day-to-day work
• Believes in whole-person, recovery-oriented care and thrives in a collaborative treatment environment
• Is comfortable navigating crisis situations with calm and professionalism