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Pays $78k-$99k — Counselor market median is ~$95k (47 jobs)

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Penny Lane Centers
Lancaster, California

SUD Recovery Therapist

CounselorFull-Time
Posted 1h ago · Verified live

About the Role

SUD Recovery Therapist in Lancaster, CA. Provide therapy in outpatient/IOP programs. $77,726-$98,616/year. $5K sign-on.

Join Penny Lane Centers as a SUD Recovery Therapist – Sign-On Bonus in Lancaster, California. We recognize and reward top talent. If you are looking for a team environment where you can also make an individual contribution and are seeking opportunities for continual learning and development, we encourage you to apply today!

Benefits & Compensation

  • Salary: $77,726 - $98,616
  • Signing bonus: $5,000.
  • Bilingual Spanish differential $5,000/year
  • Paid time off for licensure study
  • Medical benefits effective first of month after hire

Work Schedule

  • Full-Time position.
  • Flexible scheduling available.

This position offers a signing bonus. Work with Penny Lane Centers in Lancaster, California.

Key Responsibilities

The Recovery Therapist provides comprehensive substance use disorder treatment services, including assessments and various therapy modalities. They also collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to coordinate client care and ensure all documentation meets regulatory standards.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a minimum of a Master’s degree in a related field and be registered or licensed with the Board of Behavioral Sciences or Board of Psychology. Experience in substance use disorders or mental health clinics is preferred, along with a valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Substance use disorder treatmentIndividual therapyGroup therapyFamily therapyClinical assessmentMental health counselingCase managementDocumentationCrisis managementTime managementBilingual Spanish

Position Insights

AI ANALYSIS

This role scores 4.8/10 on work-life balance for Counselor roles.

Career trajectory: This position offers advancement within 2-3 years. The compensation analysis shows this employer pays...

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401k / retirement match
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CME allowance
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Sign-on bonus
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PSLF eligible
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About Penny Lane Centers

Mental Health Care
North Hollywood, Ca
201-500 employees
Website

Benefits & Perks

$5,000 sign-on bonus
Bilingual Spanish differential $5,000/year
Flexible schedules
Paid time off for licensure study
Medical benefits effective first of month after hire

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