Therapist, Recovery Court
Listed compensation
Salary Range: $54K–$85K
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Job Description
Full-Time | Nashua, NH
Greater Nashua Mental Health is seeking a Therapist to support individuals participating in the Hillsborough County South Adult Recovery Court. This role provides evidence-based treatment for individuals with substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders, with a focus on reducing recidivism and supporting long-term recovery. The Therapist works collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team and court system partners to deliver high-quality, integrated care.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct screenings to determine eligibility for Recovery Court programming.
- Complete comprehensive assessments using ASAM criteria and develop individualized treatment plans.
- Provide individual and group therapy using evidence-based approaches.
- Respond to client crises and provide support during emergencies as needed.
- Collaborate with case managers, probation/parole officers, recovery coaches, and court staff to develop integrated care plans.
- Communicate client progress and clinical updates to the multidisciplinary team and court system.
- Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant clinical documentation within the electronic health record (EHR).
- Utilize required databases and systems to document services and outcomes in accordance with contractual requirements.
- Meet productivity and service delivery expectations.
- Adhere to all agency policies, safety standards, and regulatory requirements.
- Participate in team meetings, supervision, and ongoing professional development.
- Perform other duties or special projects as assigned.
Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Counseling, Social Work, or related field required.
- Experience in substance use disorder and co-occurring treatment preferred.
- License eligible in New Hampshire required.
- Valid driver’s license and clean driving record required.
- Strong knowledge of evidence-based treatment practices.
- Ability to work effectively with justice-involved populations.
- Strong collaboration, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced clinical environment.
- Proficiency with electronic health records and Microsoft Office applications.
Why Work for Us
We are looking for compassionate and dedicated clinicians who are passionate about recovery and supporting individuals involved in the justice system. Greater Nashua Mental Health offers a supportive work environment and a comprehensive benefits package including:
- Qualifying Employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program and NH State Loan Repayment Program
- Health Reimbursement Arrangement
- Health Plan Opt Out Benefit
- Health Savings Account
- Flexible Spending Account
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Group Life and AD&D Insurance
- Short and Long Term Disability
- Accident & Critical Illness Insurances
- 403b Retirement Plan with Agency Match
- Employee Assistance Plan
- Generous Earned Time Off
- Paid Extended Sick Time
- 10 Paid Holidays + your birthday!
- Bereavement Leave
Tuition Reimbursement
Qualifying Employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program and NH State Loan Repayment Program
Salary Range: $54,438 - $84,584
Greater Nashua Mental Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Qualifications
- Education
- Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Therapist, Recovery Court at Greater Nashua Mental Health a 8.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as excellent. This places the position in the top 10% in Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) — ranked against 7,851 active Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) listings on WeekdayDoc.
Counselor Career Context
Greater Nashua Mental Health holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 78/100, 4 active listings.
Of the 50 active Mental Health Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 64% are remote, 30% have no call, 72% require no weekends.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 8.0 / 10 · top 10% in mental health therapy (counseling) | ranked against 7,851 Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | $54k–$85k | Mental Health Therapy median $74k (middle half $65k–$86k)301 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$67k in purchasing power | New Hampshire index 104.2 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Mental Health Therapy listings in New Hampshire | 43 active | 7,906 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 64% remote · 30% no call · 72% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Greater Nashua Mental Health | silver tier, 78/100 | Top Employers work-life index4 active listings |
Location & Logistics
New Hampshire has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$70k midpoint, that is roughly $3k–$5k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.
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