Support individuals on their recovery journey through compassionate counseling, meaningful connection, and evidence-based care.
The Substance Use Recovery Counselor provides individual and group counseling services to individuals navigating substance use recovery. This role focuses on helping people build strengths, improve daily functioning, and work toward personal goals through assessment, treatment planning, counseling, crisis support, and care coordination. As part of a collaborative care team, the counselor plays an important role in promoting wellness, resilience, and long-term recovery outcomes.
This is a great opportunity for someone who is passionate about behavioral health and recovery services, values building trusting relationships, and enjoys supporting individuals in achieving meaningful progress. This role is ideal for a professional who thrives in a mission-driven environment and is committed to providing person-centered, strengths-based care in rural and underserved communities.
Key Responsibilities
Provide individual and group counseling services for individuals receiving substance use recovery support
Complete assessments, treatment planning, case management, and crisis intervention services
Perform the Missouri Credentialing Board’s twelve core functions for substance use counseling
Maintain timely, accurate documentation in both electronic and paper records
Participate in treatment team meetings, staffing, and care coordination activities
Manage an active caseload while meeting productivity and documentation expectations
Support compliance with organizational, ethical, and regulatory standards
Collaborate with community resources and referral partners to support continuity of care
Collect and process urine drug screens as needed
Respond to medical or behavioral emergencies using approved intervention techniques
Drive as needed to support service delivery and client care coordination
Provide supervision for certification when eligible and applicable
Requirements, Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
QUALIFICATION(S): EDUCATION/ WORK EXPERIENCE/TRAINING:
High School/GED required
Bachelor’s degree preferred*
Experience in lieu of education is accepted for the requirements with Bachelor’s degree preferred
At least two (2) years’ experience preferred
A valid, unrestricted driver’s license and agency established minimum automobile coverage required
LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION:
Must possess and maintain a current, active substance use credential (CADC, CRADC, or CRAADC, etc) issued by the Missouri Credentialing Board required
A current, active clinical license in the state of Missouri PLPC, LMSW, PMFT, LPC, LCSW, or LMFT in good standing preferred
Must obtain and maintain current CPR certification within 60 days of hire
Must obtain and maintain certification in an approved crisis intervention methodology (CPI, MANDT, or CALM) within 60 days of hire
You’ll be a great fit for this role if you:
Are passionate about supporting individuals in recovery through compassionate, strengths-based counseling
Have experience working in substance use treatment, behavioral health, or community-based services
Build strong therapeutic relationships and communicate with empathy and professionalism
Are organized and able to balance documentation, caseload management, and client care
Value collaboration and enjoy working within a multidisciplinary team environment
Thrive in a mission-focused organization committed to expanding access to care
Are comfortable supporting individuals through crisis situations while maintaining a calm, client-centered approach