Remote Substance Abuse Counselor – Make a Real Impact from Home

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Are you a certified counselor with a passion for helping individuals overcome addiction? Our tele‑health platform is expanding rapidly and needs empathetic professionals who thrive in a virtual environment. Work from anywhere in the United States, set your own schedule, and transform lives one session at a time.

Salary Range

Estimated compensation: $45,000 – $65,000 USD per year, based on experience, certifications, and hours worked. Performance bonuses and mileage reimbursements for occasional onsite trainings are also available.

About the Role

As a Remote Substance Abuse Counselor, you will provide one‑on‑one and group counseling sessions via secure video conferencing tools. Your day‑to‑day responsibilities include:

• Conducting initial assessments and developing individualized treatment plans.
• Facilitating evidence‑based therapies such as CBT, Motivational Interviewing, and 12‑step facilitation.
• Monitoring client progress, documenting notes in our EMR system, and adjusting interventions as needed.
• Collaborating with a multidisciplinary team of physicians, psychiatrists, and peer support specialists.
• Participating in weekly supervision and continuing education webinars.

Why This Position Is 100% Remote

All client interactions, documentation, and team meetings occur through our HIPAA‑compliant platform. You’ll receive a laptop, headset, and a stipend for high‑speed internet to ensure a professional virtual clinic.

Key Requirements

• Current state licensure as a Substance Abuse Counselor, Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), or equivalent.
• Minimum of 2 years of direct experience providing addiction counseling (in‑person or telehealth).
• Certification in Certified Addiction Counselor (CAC) or Certified Alcohol & Drug Counselor (CADC) preferred.
• Strong knowledge of DSM‑5 criteria, relapse prevention strategies, and harm‑reduction models.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to build rapport through a screen.
• Reliable high‑speed internet connection and a private, quiet space for confidential sessions.
• Comfort with electronic health records (EHR) and virtual meeting platforms (Zoom, Doxy.me, etc.).

Benefits & Perks

• Flexible Schedule: Choose full‑time or part‑time hours that fit your lifestyle.
• Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, vision, and a generous HSA contribution.
• Retirement Savings: 401(k) plan with company match up to 4%.
• Professional Development: Annual stipend for certifications, conferences, and continuing education.
• Paid Time Off: 15 days PTO + paid holidays.
• Technology Package: Company‑provided laptop, headset, and monthly internet allowance.
• Employee Assistance Program: Confidential counseling for staff.

Our Culture

We are a mission‑driven, fully remote team that values empathy, collaboration, and evidence‑based practice. Every counselor is encouraged to share ideas, mentor peers, and contribute to the evolution of our tele‑health services. Regular virtual socials, wellness challenges, and peer‑recognition programs keep our community connected and motivated.

How to Stand Out

When you apply, highlight any prior tele‑health experience, success stories of client recovery, and your comfort with digital tools. Demonstrating a commitment to ongoing learning—such as recent workshops in trauma‑informed care or dual‑diagnosis treatment—will set you apart.

Next Steps

If you’re ready to bring your counseling expertise to a dynamic, fully remote environment, we’d love to hear from you. Submit your résumé, cover letter, and copies of relevant licenses. Our hiring team will review applications on a rolling basis and schedule virtual interviews with top candidates.

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