Substance Use Counselor
Job Description
About the Role
Join Groups Recover Together, Inc. as a Substance Use Counselor in United States. Overview At Groups, we know recovery is possible – and no one should have to do it alone. As a Counselor, you’ll lead dynamic group therapy sessions and be a vital part of our member-centered care teams.
Key Responsibilities
- hour group therapy sessions per day using a structured, evidence
- oriented environment for members. Engage in local community outreach to promote Groups’ mission.
Requirements
- Master’s degree in the mental/behavioral health discipline OR students enrolled in Masters' programs pursuing the credentials in the following bullet point.
- Active or currently under supervision to obtain the following credentials: MFT, LMFT, LPC, LPC-MHSP, LMSW, LCSW, LADAC level 1 & 2, LSPE, Licensed Psychologist/Psy.
- RN & LPN also acceptable with experience leading therapeutic groups & supporting documentation.
- Experience leading Group Therapy.
Benefits & Compensation
- Salary: $55K - $70K
Work Schedule
- Full-Time position.
- Hybrid position - combination of remote and on-site.
Apply to join Groups Recover Together, Inc. as a Substance Use Counselor.
Key Skills
Position Insights
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Substance Use Counselor at Groups Recover Together a 6.5 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 25% of all Addiction Medicine physician listings evaluated on our platform. Contributing factors include no on-call duties, no weekend requirements, remote work flexibility.
This score reflects a generally positive work environment with some areas for improvement. Clinicians should evaluate scheduling and workload expectations carefully.
Addiction Medicine — Physician Career Context
This Addiction Medicine position at Groups Recover Together is open to physician candidates.
Physicians (MD/DO) are in high demand across healthcare settings, with growing interest in positions that offer sustainable schedules and reduced administrative burden.
Remote physician positions in Addiction Medicine have grown significantly in recent years, offering clinicians the ability to maintain a full patient panel without geographic constraints or commute-related burnout.
Compensation Analysis
Groups Recover Together lists compensation for this physician position at $55k to $70k annually.
Location & Logistics
This is a fully remote physician position. Remote clinicians can practice from any state where they hold an active license, eliminating commute time and offering maximum schedule flexibility. Many remote healthcare positions also allow providers to establish a more sustainable long-term practice pattern.
Why This Position Stands Out
- No on-call requirements — clinicians are completely off-duty after hours
- No weekend shifts — preserving personal and family time
- Fully remote — work from anywhere with an active license
- Transparent compensation ($55k–$70k)
Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits
Key skills and qualifications: Group Therapy, Evidence-Based Curriculum, EMR, Telehealth Software, Google Products, Collaboration, Community Outreach, Harm Reduction. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Addiction Medicine role.
Core responsibilities: The Counselor will lead 2–3 one-hour group therapy sessions daily using a structured, evidence-based curriculum and facilitate discussions based on approved modalities. They will also collaborate with care teams, monitor member progress, document outcomes, and engage in local community outreach.
About WeekdayDoc
WeekdayDoc is the only healthcare job board that scores every position for burnout risk and work-life balance. Every listing includes a proprietary burnout score, transparent salary data when available, and lifestyle filters for no-call, no-weekends, and remote positions. Browse more Addiction Medicine physician jobs on WeekdayDoc to compare work-life balance scores and compensation across employers.
Work-Life Balance Score
Protective Factors (3)
Hybrid work (Schedule flexibility ↓ burnout)
No on-call (β=6.95; p<0.001 for ↓ exhaustion)
No weekends (57% ↓ work-life conflict)
Interpretation: Position demonstrates strong burnout protection with 3 validated protective factors.
Job Details
Employment Type
Full-time
Posted
1mo ago
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