Counselor/Therapist

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. Plan and conduct group therapy sessions and patient intake assessments based on clinic patient needs and caseload, aligned with scientific best-practice guidelines .

Posted 10/5/2026full-timeAkron • Ohio • United StatesJuniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in conducting group therapy sessions and patient assessments while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Proficient in treatment planning, documentation, and providing mentorship within a multidisciplinary healthcare environment.

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Master’s DegreeActive Clinical LicensureGroup Therapy FacilitationPatient Intake AssessmentDocumentation in Electronic Health Record

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Hard Skills

Group Therapy FacilitationPatient Intake AssessmentTreatment PlanningDocumentation in Electronic Health RecordHarm Reduction Experience

Soft Skills

Excellent Verbal CommunicationExcellent Written CommunicationEmpathyProblem-SolvingAdaptability

Tools & Technologies

MS Office SoftwareElectronic Health Record SystemsCommunication Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

Active Clinical Licensure

Industry Keywords

Regulatory ComplianceHIPAA42-CFR Part 2Multidisciplinary Team Collaboration

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Plan and conduct group therapy sessions and patient intake assessments based on clinic patient needs and caseload, aligned with scientific best-practice guidelines
Provide occasional individual counseling sessions as appropriate
Assist with treatment planning and review progress toward treatment plan goals
Coordinate patient care with the onsite multidisciplinary team
Timely and comprehensively document treatment data in the electronic patient health record
Ensure adherence to regulatory and company compliance requirements
Attend required onsite staff meetings, supervision, multidisciplinary team meetings, quarterly in-service, and individual and group supervision
Provide occasional training and onboarding support for new Counselor I hires
Provide training, onboarding, and mentorship support for new counselors within the site or adjacent clinics

Requirements

What you’ll need

1+ year experience as Counselor I or other relevant experience
Master’s Degree required, consistent with state-level regulation and requirements
Active clinical licensure consistent with state-level regulatory requirements, at minimum dependently licensed
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Highly empathetic and compassionate to effectively support patients’ recovery journeys
Ability to work with a diverse population of colleagues and patients
Problem-solving ability with a sense of urgency
Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary healthcare environment
Adaptability within a dynamic work environment
Technological capability and comfort operating multiple communication and documentation systems
Familiarity with MS Office software preferred
Familiarity with HIPAA and 42-CFR Part 2 desired
Prior experience with harm reduction is a plus

Benefits

Comp & perks

PTO (Paid Time Off)
Immediately vested and eligible in 401k program with employer match
Company sponsored ongoing training and certification opportunities
Full comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, short term disability, long term disability and accident insurance
Substance Use Disorder Treatment and Recovery Loan Repayment Program (STAR LRP)
Tuition Reimbursement after 1 year in related field
Competitive compensation
Supportive work environment dedicated to professional growth and development