Remote Substance Abuse Counselor – Nationwide – Transform Lives from Anywhere

Join a mission‑driven telehealth team that empowers individuals to overcome addiction through evidence‑based counseling, all from the comfort of your home office. We provide the technology, supervision, and flexible schedule you need to make a measurable impact on clients across the country.

About the Role

As a Remote Substance Abuse Counselor, you will deliver individual and group therapy sessions via a secure video platform, develop personalized treatment plans, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary care team. Your expertise will guide clients through every stage of recovery—from intake assessment to relapse prevention—while maintaining the highest standards of confidentiality and clinical excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments for new clients.
• Design and implement evidence‑based treatment plans (CBT, MI, DBT, 12‑step facilitation).
• Facilitate weekly individual counseling sessions (45–60 minutes) and bi‑weekly group sessions.
• Monitor progress through standardized outcome measures and adjust interventions accordingly.
• Coordinate with physicians, psychiatrists, case managers, and peer support specialists.
• Maintain accurate, HIPAA‑compliant documentation in the electronic health record (EHR).
• Participate in weekly clinical supervision and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications & Requirements

Education & Licensure

• Master’s degree in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or a related field.
• Current, unrestricted state license (LPC, LCSW, LMFT, or equivalent) – eligibility for multi‑state licensure a plus.
• Certified Addiction Counselor (CAC) or similar credential preferred.

Experience

• Minimum 2 years post‑licensure experience providing substance‑use treatment.
• Proven track record delivering telehealth or virtual counseling services.
• Familiarity with ASAM criteria and evidence‑based modalities (CBT, Motivational Interviewing, Contingency Management).

Technical & Soft Skills

• Comfortable navigating EHR systems (e.g., SimplePractice, TheraNest, or proprietary platform).
• High‑speed internet, private, HIPAA‑secure workspace, and webcam with microphone.
• Exceptional communication, empathy, and cultural competency.
• Strong time‑management and self‑direction for a fully remote environment.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with medication‑assisted treatment (MAT) coordination.
• Bilingual proficiency (Spanish/English) highly valued.
• Background in trauma‑informed care and co‑occurring disorders.

Salary Range

$55,000 – $78,000 USD per year (commensurate with experience, licensure level, and geographic differential). This range reflects current market data for fully remote substance‑abuse counseling positions across the United States.

Benefits & Perks

• 100 % remote – work from any U.S. location.
• Flexible scheduling with core‑hour availability (e.g., 10 am–3 pm ET).
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance (employer‑paid premiums).
• Generous paid time off (15 days PTO + 10 holidays).
• Annual continuing‑education stipend ($1,500) and paid supervision hours.
• 401(k) with 4 % company match.
• Wellness allowance ($300/year) for ergonomic equipment or mental‑health apps.
• Peer‑support community and monthly virtual case‑consultation groups.

Company Culture

Our organization is built on the belief that recovery thrives when clinicians feel supported, autonomous, and connected. We foster a culture of continuous learning, transparent communication, and outcomes‑driven practice. Team members celebrate successes together—whether it’s a client’s 30‑day milestone or a new certification earned—creating a virtual workplace that feels both professional and personally rewarding.

How to Succeed in This Role

• Embrace the telehealth model: leverage video‑engagement techniques (motivational language, visual aids, digital worksheets).
• Stay current with evolving evidence‑based practices through our CE stipend and internal journal clubs.
• Proactively communicate with the care team—timely notes, shared treatment goals, and coordinated discharge planning.
• Utilize data analytics from the EHR to identify trends, adjust interventions, and demonstrate impact.
• Maintain work‑life boundaries; our flexible schedule is designed to prevent burnout and sustain long‑term clinical excellence.