Substance Use Therapist
Listed compensation
$55k–$75k
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- Employment & setting
- Full-Time
- Call expectations
- Not specified
- Weekends
- Not specified
Job description
Join Avenues Recovery as a Substance Use Therapist – Loan Repayment, PTO in Virginia, United States. Who We Are Avenues Recovery Center is a nationwide network of drug and alcohol rehab centers with 18 locations across 7 states. With an unrivaled, evidence - based clinical curriculum and highly individualized care, Avenues continues to set new standards in the world of addiction treatment.
Benefits & Compensation
- Salary range: $55,000 to $75,000 annually.
- Student loan repayment assistance.
- 401K with employer match
- Medical Insurance
- Dental
- Vision
- Accident
- Critical Illness
- Hospital Indemnity
- Voluntary Short-Term Disability
Work Schedule
- Full-Time position.
- No explicit call, weekend, or night shift information provided.
This position offers student loan benefits. Work with Avenues Recovery in Virginia, United States.
Key Responsibilities
The therapist will create individualized, evidence-based treatment plans and conduct various therapy sessions including individual, group, family, and couples therapy. They are also responsible for managing clinical needs, maintaining documentation, and collaborating with the treatment team to ensure seamless care.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Master's degree in psychology, counseling, or a related field. A valid Virginia licensure or certification such as CSAC, LMSW, LCSW, LPC, or LSATP is required to practice in this role.
Qualifications
- Education
- Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Addiction Medicine — Counselor Career Context
The cost-of-living index for Virginia is 101.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$65k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $64k in an average-cost state. 61.1% of Virginia clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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