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Liberty Resources
Oneida, New York

Substance Use Group Therapy Counselor

CounselorIncludes weekendsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$25-$27/hr

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Job Description

We are currently seeking passionate and experienced Substance Use Group Counselor to facilitate group therapy sessions for individuals struggling with substance use disorders.

Our employees have passion around the services they provide and our corporate values of excellence and staff support. We pride ourselves on high quality, integrated, community-based services that meet the evolving needs of our communities.

We’re committed to building a diverse workforce that values contributions of all team members and work to recognize cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and how they apply to provision of positive health outcomes.

Liberty Resources is dedicated to providing a wide array of services and supports to help individuals live their best lives. We value service, excellence, and responsibility, seeing opportunity where others see barriers to success. We strive to create and sustain an inclusive environment where everyone feels a strong sense of belonging.

What We Offer

  • A Collaborative and Supportive Team Atmosphere
  • Competitive Compensation and Paid Time Off Package
  • Family-Friendly Workplace
  • Medical/Dental/Vision Coverage
  • 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
  • Continuing Education Opportunities

Substance Use Group Therapy Counselor Position Summary

The Substance Use Group Counselor to facilitate group therapy sessions for individuals struggling with substance use disorders. The counselor will provide education, support, and guidance to help clients develop coping strategies and work toward recovery. This role involves working closely with clients, families, and multidisciplinary teams to promote a supportive and structured treatment environment.

Substance Use Group Therapy Counselor Job Responsibilities

Facilitate group counseling sessions focused on addiction recovery, relapse prevention, coping skills, and mental health.

Monitors client interaction and behaviors. Provides a role model for the program participants.

  • Writes group and individual progress notes to document their interactions and services completed.
  • Responsible for contributing to the upkeep and cleanliness of the residence.
  • Completes all required documentation, in timelines in accordance with program standards.
  • Provide a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental environment for clients to share and grow.
  • Educate clients about substance use disorders, mental health, and healthy coping mechanisms.
  • Monitor clients’ progress, behavior, and engagement in group therapy.
  • Maintain accurate and confidential records of client progress and participation.

Recognize and respond to crisis situations appropriately, including referrals for higher levels of care if necessary.

Stay updated on best practices in substance abuse treatment and incorporate new methods into counseling sessions.

Completes all required documentation, in timelines in accordance with program standards

Substance Use Group Therapy Counselor Qualifications

Skills

  • Strong interpersonal, communication, and conflict-resolution skills.
  • Knowledge of addiction treatment models, relapse prevention strategies, and mental health disorders.
  • Ability to create a positive, inclusive, and structured group environment.
  • Familiarity with electronic health records (EHR) and documentation requirements.

Education

HS Diploma required. Bachelors or Associates and/or related experience preferred. CASAC or CASAC-T preferred but not required.

Experience

At least 1-2 years of experience in substance abuse counseling or group facilitation preferred

Work Environment & Schedule

  • Schedule may include evenings or weekends to accommodate client needs.
  • Ability to handle emotionally charged situations with professionalism and empathy.

Pay Rate: $25.00-$27.00 per hour

Liberty Resources is committed to creating a diverse inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Liberty Resources offers equal employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, parental status, housing status, source of income or military status, in accordance with applicable federal, state and local EEO laws

Key Responsibilities

The counselor facilitates group therapy sessions focused on addiction recovery, relapse prevention, and coping strategies while monitoring client progress and behavior. They are also responsible for maintaining accurate documentation and contributing to the upkeep of the residential facility.

Requirements

A high school diploma is required, with a bachelor's or associate degree and 1-2 years of experience preferred. Possession of a CASAC or CASAC-T certification is also preferred but not mandatory.

Qualifications

Education
Bachelor degree

Key Skills

Mental health supportCrisis interventionInterpersonal skillsSubstance use disorder education

Addiction Medicine — Counselor Career Context

Of the 50 active Substance Use / Addiction Counselor listings this role was benchmarked against, 48% are remote, 26% have no call, 58% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for New York is 107.9 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$54k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $50k in an average-cost state. 64.6% of New York clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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CME allowance
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Sign-on bonus
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PSLF eligible
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Loan repayment
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Work-life snapshot

median 6.1this job 3.0
Better work-life than 30% of Substance Use / Addiction Counselor listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 1,008 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • Includes weekends

Living in Oneida

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$221k
Median resident rent
$903/mo
Residents’ average commute
19 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
95.7
State income tax
Up to 10.9%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Syracuse, NY metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Liberty Resources

Individual and Family Services
Syracuse, NY
501-1,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Competitive Compensation and Paid Time Off Package
Medical/Dental/Vision Coverage
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
Continuing Education Opportunities
Collaborative and Supportive Team Atmosphere
Family-Friendly Workplace