Substance Abuse Counselor / Mental Health Therapist (LPC, LCSW, LMFT, LCDC)

Discovery Point Retreat is a Joint Commission–accredited inpatient addiction treatment center in Ennis, TX, hiring full-time Substance Abuse Counselors / Mental Health Therapists for our Detox (DTX) and Residential (RES) programs. Provide trauma-informed, evidence-based, dual-diagnosis care to adults in early recovery on a peaceful 30-acre ranch-style campus 30 miles south of Dallas.

This role is open to clinicians searching: substance abuse counselor, chemical dependency counselor, addiction counselor, mental health therapist, licensed professional counselor, LPC, LPC-A, LCSW, LMSW, LMFT, LMFT-A, LCDC, LCDC-I, addiction recovery, dual diagnosis, behavioral health, and social services.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Lead individual, group, and family therapy using CBT, DBT, motivational interviewing, and trauma-informed approaches
• Build individualized treatment plans alongside a multidisciplinary clinical team (medical, nursing, case management)
• Document accurately and on time per Texas state and Joint Commission (JCAHO) standards
• Coordinate discharge planning and aftercare for sustained recovery
• Engage families and provide psychoeducation
• Participate in clinical rounds, treatment team meetings, and program development

WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR

We accept any of the following Texas-issued licenses — apply with the one you hold:

• LCDC-I or LCDC (Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor / Intern)
• LMSW or LCSW (Licensed Master's / Clinical Social Worker)
• LMFT-A or LMFT (Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist)
• LPC-A or LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor)
• Ph.D. in Psychology

Other requirements:

• Master's degree in counseling, social work, psychology, or related field (Ph.D. accepted)
• Strong written and verbal communication
• Available to work onsite in Ennis, with weekend rotation as inpatient coverage requires
• Substance use, detox, residential, or behavioral health experience preferred (not required)

WHY DISCOVERY POINT RETREAT

• Low client-to-staff ratio — time to actually do therapy
• Mission-driven team — Kindness, Innovation, Agility, Drive
• Career growth across DPR's North Texas locations (Dallas, Ennis, Waxahachie)
• Joint Commission–accredited, integrated dual-diagnosis model
• 30-acre ranch setting — restorative environment for both clients and staff

SCHEDULE

• Full-time
• Monday through Friday, with weekend rotation as needed for inpatient coverage

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• $40,000 – $90,000 per year, commensurate with license and experience
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability (STD / LTD)
• Supportive, mission-driven team environment with real growth opportunity

ABOUT DISCOVERY POINT RETREAT

Discovery Point Retreat is a Joint Commission–accredited dual-diagnosis treatment provider serving North Texas with locations in Dallas, Ennis, and Waxahachie. We provide medical detox, residential treatment, partial hospitalization (PHP), and intensive outpatient (IOP), with an integrated, evidence-based approach to substance use and co-occurring mental health conditions.

Discovery Point Retreat is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Apply now to join a team transforming lives in North Texas.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $40,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Which Texas license(s) do you currently hold? Please provide the license type, license number, expiration date, and (if applicable) the date you became eligible for independent practice.
• How many years have you worked clinically post-licensure or as a licensed associate? Briefly describe the patient population(s) and clinical settings you've served.
• Have you provided clinical services in a 24/7 inpatient detox or residential addiction treatment setting? If so, describe the program structure (length of stay, daily clinical schedule, levels of care covered) and your role on the team.
• Our facility is at 306 Log Cabin Rd, Ennis, TX 75119. Are you able to reliably commute or relocate within commuting distance, work onsite full-time, and cover weekends as needed? What is your current commute distance?

Work Location: In person