Substance Use Counselor

Groups Recover Together

. Lead 3–4 one-hour group therapy sessions per day using a structured, evidence-based curriculum .

Posted 10/9/2026full-timeNorth Fort Myers • Florida • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $57,625 - $68,761 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading group therapy sessions using evidence-based curricula while fostering a recovery-oriented environment. Proficient in collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and utilizing technology for documentation and telehealth services.

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Group Therapy LeadershipBehavioral Health LicensureSubstance Use Disorder TreatmentTelehealth Software ProficiencyBilingual English and Spanish

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Hard Skills

Group TherapyEvidence-Based CurriculumDocumentation of OutcomesCommunity OutreachBehavioral Health AssessmentCrisis InterventionMulticultural CompetenceMedication-Assisted TreatmentTherapeutic ModalitiesProgress Monitoring

Soft Skills

CollaborationCommunicationEmpathyAdaptabilityLeadership

Tools & Technologies

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)Telehealth SoftwareGoogle ProductsMobile Apps

Certifications & Qualifications

LCSWLPCLMHCMCAPLMFTCAP

Industry Keywords

Mental HealthSocial WorkSubstance Use DisorderHuman ServicesSocial ServicesTherapyRecovery-Oriented EnvironmentVulnerable PopulationsLicensure ReciprocityMultilingual Environments

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead 3–4 one-hour group therapy sessions per day using a structured, evidence-based curriculum
Facilitate group discussions using approved modalities within the clinical framework
Collaborate with prescribers, care navigators, and recovery coaches
Monitor member progress and document outcomes
Support a positive, recovery-oriented environment for members
Engage in local community outreach to promote Groups’ mission

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s or Master's degree
Required behavioral health licensure or certification, including but not limited to LCSW, LPC, LMHC, MCAP, LMFT, or CAP
Ability and willingness to obtain licensure reciprocity in other states
Minimum two years of experience leading group therapy in a SUD setting
High comfort level with technology, including EMR, telehealth software, Google products, and mobile apps
Ability to work 2–3 evenings per week up to 9pm as needed
Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse screening required for positions providing care to vulnerable populations
Bilingual English and Spanish written and verbal proficiency preferred
Experience in multilingual or multicultural environments is a plus
Preferred experience in mental health, social work, substance use disorder treatment, therapy, human services, social services, or medication-assisted treatment (MAT)

Benefits

Comp & perks

$4,000 sign-on bonus for clinicians with professional fluency in Spanish and English
Hybrid work arrangement
Work-from-home schedule on Thursdays
Mission-driven, member-centered care environment