Detox Therapist

Counselor / TherapistIncludes weekendsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$78k-$94k

The week · per this posting · Monday – Friday

Weekend work is also flagged as required; confirm which days and how often.

Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, nights and shift pattern and time off.

Posted 1mo ago

Job Description

Job Title: Detox Therapist

Location: Chantilly, VA

Work Environment

  • Adult Medical Detox and Residential Treatment Facility
  • Schedule: Full Time | Monday to Friday with Rotating Weekends
  • Compensation: $78,000 - $93,500 (Dependent on Licensure / Experience)

About The Role

The Detox Therapist is responsible for providing clinical support to clients in a detox, inpatient, and/or residential setting. This role involves conducting group therapy sessions, individual and family therapy (as needed), and clinical assessments. The Detox Therapist collaborates with the medical and clinical team to create a safe, stable, and therapeutic environment for clients experiencing withdrawal symptoms.

Key Responsibilities

Facilitate evidence-based group and individual therapy sessions for clients with substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders.

Conduct clinical assessments and develop individualized treatment plans in collaboration with the treatment team.

  • Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in compliance with regulatory and billing standards.
  • Participate in utilization reviews and medical necessity discussions with insurance providers as needed.
  • Work collaboratively with the medical, psychiatric, and clinical team to ensure integrated care.
  • Provide education and psychoeducation to clients and families on addiction, recovery, and mental health.
  • Uphold ethical and professional standards in all client interactions and treatment approaches.
  • Participate in program development, team meetings, and performance improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

Candidates applying for this position should be aware that an offer for employment in this position is contingent upon passing a comprehensive background check, encompassing criminal records and motor vehicle reports.

A master’s degree in behavioral health science (Clinical Social Work, Psychology, Marriage and Family Therapy, or related field) is Required

  • An active license in the state of Virginia in good standing is required
  • LPC, LCSW, LMFT, Resident in Counseling, Supervisee in Social Work, or Resident in Marriage and Family Therapy

An ideal candidate has a minimum of 3 years of experience, including experience with clients from the age of 13 – 30 in a detox, residential, partial hospitalization (“PHP”), and/or intensive outpatient (“IOP) setting

Candidates must demonstrate a proven ability to manage diverse caseloads while maintaining a high standard of care.

The Perks

At Sandstone Care, we believe that great care starts with our employees. That’s why we offer a comprehensive benefits package to support you in your personal and professional journey. Some of the benefits include:

A competitive compensation and total rewards package including a meaningful salary, merit-based pay increases, and professional growth opportunities.

  • 401k program with up to a 5% company match
  • A flexible PTO package that includes accrued PTO, paid holidays, and wellbeing days

High quality medical, dental, and vision insurance with a variety of package options that meet your needs and majority company paid.

A robust Employee Assistance Program: Including counseling, legal consultations, financial planning, and wellness coaching.

A collaborative and supportive community of therapists and team members: Fostering a positive work environment.

What to Expect: Our Interview Process

Here's an Overview of What Comes Next

  • Application Review: We'll promptly review your application within one business day.
  • Discovery Call: Expect a 30-minute discovery call with one of our recruiters.
  • Interview with Hiring Manager: You'll have 1 hour interview with the Site Director
  • Offer: If all goes well, you'll receive an offer.
  • Expected Interview Timeline: The entire process typically takes 1-2 weeks.
  • Sandstone Care’s Commitment to Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion

At Sandstone Care, we are committed to fostering a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion that not only enriches the lives of our employees but also ensures the wellbeing and care of our clients, regardless of their race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, age, ability, or background. We believe that embracing diversity and promoting equity and inclusion are integral to our mission of providing high-quality behavioral health services.

Sandstone Care is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued, respected, and empowered.

We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or any other legally protected status. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.

Qualifications

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

Key Skills

Treatment planningSubstance use disorder treatmentCrisis interventionUtilization reviewRegulatory complianceEvidence-based practice

Counselor Career Context

In Virginia, the Mental Health Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$85k (123 salary observations; 315 listings), vs ~$74k nationally (3,538 salary observations; 11,175 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2025-12-01 through 2026-11-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.

Of the 50 active Mental Health Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 40% are remote, 50% have no call, 64% require no weekends.

Mental Health Therapy by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed pay$78k–$94kMental Health Therapy median $79k (middle half $59k–$83k)15 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Virginia vs national$85k median in Virginia$74k nationally (+15%)123 state / 3,538 national salary observations
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$85k in purchasing powerVirginia index 101.1 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Mental Health Therapy listings in Virginia262 active7,561 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 40% remote · 50% no call · 64% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedVirginia counselor listings (all specialties): 16% state a sign-on bonus (median $2k) · 12% offer loan repayment423 active listings, Nov 2026
New Mental Health Therapy listings2,576 in the last 30 days1,373 the 30 days before (+88%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

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Benefits & Perks

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401k / retirement match
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Sign-on bonus
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CME allowance
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Loan repayment
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PSLF eligible
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Work-life snapshot

median 6.0this job 3.9
Better work-life than 30% of Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 7,459 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • Includes weekends
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About Sandstone Care - Chantilly, Virginia

Hospitals and Health Care
Denver, Colorado
201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

401k with up to 5% company match
Flexible PTO package
Paid holidays
Wellbeing days
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Living in Chantilly

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$634k≈ 8.1× annual pay
Typical market rent
$3,108/mo≈ 48% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
28 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
108.9
State income tax
Up to 5.8%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.