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Arizona · Remote OK

Arizona | Addiction Counselor | Telehealth

CounselorFull-Time

Listed compensation

$55k-$70k

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Job Description

Telehealth Substance Use Disorder Counselor – Remote

Please note: This is a state-specific application. If you are not currently licensed in Arizona, we encourage you to visit affect.com to view our active openings by state.

If you do not see a current opportunity in your state, we still welcome you to submit your information through our General Application for Future Openings, also available on our website. We’d love to keep your details on file for future consideration.

About Affect

Affect is transforming addiction treatment through an innovative, evidence-based digital program. We specialize in treating substance use disorders, such as opioid use disorder, stimulant use disorders, alcohol use disorder, and cannabis use disorder and we have expanded our services to include high-quality, accessible mental health. By combining mobile technology, counseling, and coordinated medical care, we empower our Members to reclaim their lives in recovery.

Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct intake assessments to evaluate Member readiness and determine appropriate level of care
  • Facilitate group and one-on-one counseling sessions using Affect’s evidence-based curriculum
  • Provide crisis support and coordinate appropriate referrals when needed
  • Maintain timely, accurate documentation in our electronic medical record (EMR) system
  • Collaborate with clinical supervisors on individualized treatment and discharge planning
  • Ensure compliance with HIPAA and all relevant state regulations

Applicants must be licensed in their respective state, and all credentials must be verified through the State Board’s website as part of the application process

Requirements

Active and verifiable license from one of the following Arizona licenses: LCSW, LPC, LMFT, LIAC, LACT, or LAAC, as well as your state of residence if it is not Arizona. All credentials must be verified through the State Board’s website as part of the application process

  • Proficient with Microsoft Office or Google Suite, EMR systems, and telehealth platforms
  • Passionate about supporting individuals in recovery and building therapeutic relationships
  • Comfortable working both independently and as part of a collaborative team in a fast-paced, mission-driven startup environment
  • Have a private, HIPAA-compliant workspace and reliable internet

The Benefits of Joining Affect

The salary range for this full-time position is $55,000 - $70,000 and will commensurate with experience and professional license.

Employees may enroll in offered medical, dental, and vision coverage and also provided employer paid life and disability insurance. Employees may enroll in Affect's company’s 401k plan and parental leave is provided.

  • Employees have paid vacation, sick time and company observed holidays.
  • Remote work flexibility
  • Opportunities for continuing education and professional development
  • Supportive team culture focused on impact, collaboration, and innovation
  • Be part of building a modern, inclusive, and accessible addiction care system

Be part of the mission. Help us reshape the future of substance use disorder care!

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Addiction counselingGroup counselingTreatment planningHIPAA complianceSubstance use disorder treatment

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Arizona | Addiction Counselor | Telehealth at Affect a 6.1 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Addiction Medicine (Counseling) — ranked against 1,293 active Addiction Medicine (Counseling) listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include remote work flexibility.

Addiction Medicine — Counselor Career Context

Affect ranks #10 of 14 employers hiring Counselor on WeekdayDoc by average advertised pay.

Of the 50 active Addiction Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 82% are remote, 22% have no call, 60% require no weekends — this position is remote.

Addiction Medicine pay on WeekdayDoc is up 6.7% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

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Benefits & Perks

Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
Employer-Paid Life and Disability Insurance
401k Plan
Paid Parental Leave
Paid Vacation, Sick Time, and Company Holidays
Continuing Education and Professional Development
Remote Work Flexibility