Remote Substance Abuse Counselor – Transform Lives from Home

Join a forward‑thinking behavioral health organization that empowers clients to reclaim their futures, all from the comfort of your own home. As a certified substance abuse counselor, you’ll deliver evidence‑based therapy, create personalized recovery plans, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure lasting change.

About the Role

In this 100% remote position, you will provide individual and group counseling to adults and adolescents struggling with addiction. Your responsibilities include:

• Conducting intake assessments and developing tailored treatment plans.
• Delivering Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, and relapse prevention workshops.
• Maintaining accurate clinical documentation in our secure EHR system.
• Participating in virtual case conferences and interdisciplinary team meetings.
• Advocating for clients’ access to community resources and support services.

Our mission is to create a supportive, stigma‑free environment where every client feels heard and empowered. Your expertise will directly contribute to measurable improvements in sobriety rates and overall life quality.

Requirements

Education & Credentials

• Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, or related field (Master’s preferred).
• Current state licensure as a Substance Abuse Counselor, Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), or equivalent.
• Minimum of 2 years’ clinical experience in addiction treatment.

Skills & Competencies

• Proficiency in evidence‑based counseling modalities (CBT, MI, 12‑step facilitation).
• Strong communication and active listening skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating virtually.
• High level of empathy, cultural competence, and ethical judgment.
• Tech‑savvy: comfortable with video conferencing, electronic health records, and data entry.

Desired Experience

Experience with trauma‑informed care, dual diagnosis populations, and tele‑health delivery will set you apart.

Compensation

Salary Range: $55,000 – $75,000 USD per year, commensurate with experience and licensure level. We also offer a performance‑based bonus structure and annual salary reviews.

Benefits

• Fully virtual work schedule with flexible hours.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance (fully covered).
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off: 20 days/year + 10 paid holidays.
• Professional development stipend and continuing education reimbursement.
• Access to a national network of peer support and supervision.

Work Environment

You will join a collaborative team of counselors, clinicians, and administrators who meet weekly via secure video. We foster a culture of innovation, peer learning, and compassionate care— all while respecting your work‑life balance.

Next Steps

Ready to make a real difference from your own home? Submit your résumé, cover letter, and a brief statement of your counseling philosophy through our secure application portal. Our recruitment team will review your application and contact you within 10 business days for an initial screening interview.