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Avenues Recovery
Indianapolis, Indiana

Licensed Addictions Therapist

CounselorFull-Time

Compensation

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Posted 1mo ago

Job Description

Who We Are

Avenues Recovery Center is a nationwide network of drug and alcohol rehab centers with eighteen locations across seven states. With an unrivaled, evidence - based clinical curriculum and highly individualized care, Avenues continues to set new standards in the world of addiction treatment.

Our programs - spanning detox, residential, PHP, IOP and outpatient services - have transformed the lives of thousands to date. But our secret superpower is our people. If you are a talented, passionate clinician looking to make a real difference in the recovery community, the Avenues family warmly welcomes you!

Now Hiring Addictions Therapists for our Detox and Residential treatment facility in Indianapolis, IN!

What You'll Do

  • Create individualized, evidence-based treatment plans for each client
  • Conduct individual, group, family and couple therapy sessions
  • Take responsibility for all clinical needs, services, and aftercare for your client caseload
  • Prevent, intervene and de-escalate in event of a crisis
  • Maintain impeccable documentation of client challenges, progress, relapse risk, and intervention
  • Collaborate with Clinical Director, treatment team and family for seamless coordination of care

Model ethics, morality and recovery principles in every professional interaction - honesty, accountability, dignity and respect

What We're Looking For

Bachelor's degree in psychology, counseling or related field required. Master's degree preferred.

  • Valid state licensure / certification necessary to practice in this role
  • Excellent observational, collaborative and interpersonal skills
  • Strong oral and written communication skills
  • Compassionate, dignified character which models recovery principles
  • Ability to set strong boundaries and maintain absolute confidentiality

Where You'll Work

Avenues Recovery Center at Indianapolis is a 144 - bed detox and residential rehab facility offering drug and alcohol addiction treatment.

Located in the heart of Indianapolis, Avenues offers an evidence-based clinical program, comprehensive medical care, and custom MAT options - consistently yielding highly effective results.

Its multidisciplinary staff includes doctors, nurses, addiction specialists, counselors, and support staff, who care for each and every client in a most compassionate and dignified manner. Freshly remodeled, the facility features a clean, bright and modern design with warm and enjoyable details throughout.

Its airy bedrooms, beautiful, open lounges, and recreational areas all contribute to a nurturing and healing environment.

Why Join Us?

Avenues features a rich, fulfilling workplace culture where each person is valued and greatness is pursued. We support our employees unconditionally, and work to provide them with every resource they need to excel! Aside from generous PTO and compensation, when you join the Avenues family, you'll be eligible for the following benefits package:

  • 401K with employer match
  • Medical Insurance
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Accident
  • Critical Illness
  • Hospital Indemnity
  • Voluntary Short-Term Disability
  • Voluntary Long -Term Disability
  • Employer-Paid Life and AD&D
  • LifeTime Benefit Term Insurance with Long Term Care
  • Legal Coverage
  • Pet Insurance
  • Identity Theft Protection
  • Employer-Paid Employee Assistance Program
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA) - Medical
  • Dependent Care FSA (DCF)
  • Eligible for HRSA STAR federal student loan repayment

Join our growing team and discover the magic here at Avenues!

Key Responsibilities

The therapist will create individualized, evidence-based treatment plans and conduct various therapy sessions including individual, group, family, and couple sessions. They are also responsible for managing clinical needs, maintaining documentation, and collaborating with the treatment team to ensure seamless care.

Requirements

A bachelor's degree in psychology, counseling, or a related field is required, with a master's degree preferred. Candidates must hold a valid state licensure or certification to practice in this role.

Qualifications

Education
Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Clinical documentationCrisis interventionIndividual therapyGroup therapyFamily therapyTreatment planningCase managementDe-escalationRelapse preventionCollaboration

Addiction Medicine — Counselor Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Indiana is 93.3 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 60.4% of Indiana clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Living in Indianapolis city (balance)

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$229k
Typical market rent
$1,389/mo
Residents’ average commute
25 min
State income tax
Up to 3.1%
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Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

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

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About Avenues Recovery

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501-1,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

401K with employer match
Medical Insurance
Dental
Vision
Accident
Critical Illness
Hospital Indemnity
Voluntary Short-Term Disability