Detox Counselor (Full-Time)

Briarwood Detox | Nova Recovery Center

North Austin, TX

Why You’ll Love This Role:

✅ Full Benefits | ✅ Career Growth | ✅ Meaningful Work | ✅ Supportive Team

Why Choose This Job Over Every Other Counseling Role? Because at Nova Recovery Center, we make sure our counselors feel valued, supported, and have a clear path for growth.

Here’s What You’ll Get:

Competitive Pay & Job Stability – No more job-hopping; this is a career. Salary Range $51,880-$56,271 dependent on experience.
Full Benefits Package – Health, dental, vision, life and generous paid time off.
Work-Life Balance – Steady, predictable schedule.
Merit-Based Raises & Promotion Opportunities – Advance your career with us.
Supportive, Team-Focused Culture – We don’t just work together—we grow together.
A Relaxing, Healing Work Environment – No sterile hospital setting, just a peaceful, campus where clients and staff thrive.
A Mission That Matters – Your work directly helps people rebuild their lives.

This isn’t just another counseling job. It’s a chance to be part of something bigger.

What You’ll Do (And Why It Matters):

As a Detox Counselor, you’ll support clients during the detox phase—where the need for support, structure, and empathy is highest.

• Lead group sessions and facilitate therapeutic discussions
• Offer individual counseling and crisis support, if needed
• Monitor the milieu to ensure safety and positive client interaction
• Collaborate with team members to ensure weekend continuity of care
• Accurately document client progress in the BestNotes system
• Support intern development (as needed) and act as a weekend resource

You’ll help clients feel seen, safe, and supported—from day one of their journey.

What You’ll Need:

• LCDC or other Qualified Credentialed Counselor (QCC) – required
• High school diploma or GED – required (Bachelor’s or Master’s preferred)
• 2+ years in detox or substance use counseling – preferred
• Familiarity with 12-step programs, detox protocols, and trauma-informed care
• Confidence to work independently and compassion to work collaboratively

Where You’ll Work:

You’ll be based in a quiet, clinical office setting at our North Austin Briarwood Detox location. The environment is calm, structured, and fully focused on client care. You’ll have access to:

• Computers and clinical tools for documentation
• Comfortable office space
• A supportive team of professionals!

Ready to Turn Your Career into Something Greater?

Apply now: https://www.novarecoverycenter.com/about-us/careers/

Change lives without changing your whole schedule. Join us for weekends that matter.

Diversity & Inclusion at Nova Recovery Center

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds—including those with lived experience in recovery. If you bring compassion, clinical expertise, and a desire to help others heal, we want to hear from you.