Therapist - Substance Use
Listed compensation
$52K - $79.5K
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
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Job Description
Position Details
Provide quality, person-centered treatment that facilitates recovery and wellness with people experiencing substance use and/or mental health concerns.
Therapists will conduct screenings and assessments using evidence-based tools and provide individual and group therapy to help people reach their identified goals for improved well-being.
Employees are supported in this work through comprehensive benefits, quality supervision, flexible scheduling, an engaging work culture, training, and career advancement opportunities.
Ideal candidates will bring a willingness to explore bias, equity issues, successes, and challenges with empathy and curiosity, crucial for thriving and advancing within our organization.
Position Requirements
- Master's Degree in social work or related field- CAADC or ability to obtain
- State License (LMSW / LLMSW / LPC, etc.) required
- Experience with adults in the SUD and Mental Health field
- Valid driver's License, Auto Insurance, and a clean driving record
- Experience and knowledge of Allegan County resources is a plus!
We understand that candidates may have unique experiences and skills that aren't always reflected in a job description. If you feel you could contribute to our team, please apply.
Learn More About Arbor Circle
- Market-driven and equitable salary practices
- Robust health insurance options
- 401k match
Well-being Focused
1. 11 paid holidays (including floating holidays for times important to you)
2. 3 weeks’ vacation upon hire, plus separate paid sick time
3. Supportive and fulfilling culture
- Equity and inclusion-focused affinity and work groups
Learn more at arborcircle.org/careers.
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Key Responsibilities
Provide person-centered treatment, including screenings and assessments, for individuals with substance use and mental health concerns. Conduct individual and group therapy sessions to help clients achieve their wellness goals.
Requirements
Requires a Master's Degree in social work or a related field and a valid state license such as LMSW or LPC. Candidates must have experience with adults in the SUD and mental health field and a valid driver's license.
Qualifications
- Education
- Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Addiction Medicine — Counselor Career Context
Of the 50 active Substance Use / Addiction Counselor listings this role was benchmarked against, 44% are remote, 40% have no call, 68% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for Michigan is 96.2 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$66k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $68k in an average-cost state. 61.8% of Michigan clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Therapist - Substance Use at Arbor Circle a 6.6 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 25% in Substance Use / Addiction Counselor — ranked against 1,008 active Substance Use / Addiction Counselor listings on WeekdayDoc.
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