Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Counselor

At South Meadows Recovery, a small but growing drug and alcohol treatment program, we are currently seeking a full-time Licensed (LCDC) Substance Abuse Counselor for our PHP/IOP location in North Austin.

We offer a supportive environment with a high level of autonomy, allowing clinicians to bring creativity into their approach to client care. If you are passionate about working in the recovery field and want to be part of a team making a real impact, we encourage you to apply.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide individual and group counseling to clients to support recovery, personal growth, and lifestyle changes while maintaining strict confidentiality.
• Assist clients in building coping skills, improving emotional awareness, and developing insight into behaviors and relationships.
• Assess client needs through review of clinical information and contribute to treatment planning and implementation.
• Support clients during crisis situations and help coordinate appropriate services when needed.
• Collaborate with the Clinical Director by providing updates, reports, and clinical recommendations.
• Facilitate group sessions including psychoeducation, chemical dependency education, communication skills, and process groups.
• Maintain regular one-on-one sessions with assigned clients.

Preferred Knowledge & Skills:

• Understanding of human behavior, motivation, and mental health conditions.
• Familiarity with treatment approaches, clinical methods, and recovery processes.
• Knowledge of group dynamics and cultural/social influences.
• Strong communication skills and ability to engage effectively with clients.
• Organized, dependable, and proactive in daily responsibilities.
• Demonstrates empathy and a genuine desire to help others.

Qualifications:

• Active LCDC license (or close to completing 2000+ hours)
• Experience with 12-step principles and recovery models
• Experience with Lightning Step or similar EMR systems is a plus, but not required

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $42,000.00 - $52,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Addiction counseling: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• LCDCi or above (Required)

Work Location: In person