Virtual Mental Health Therapist – SUD

Steadfast Health

. Provide individual and group therapy sessions for patients with substance use disorders via telehealth .

Posted 10/15/2026full-timeRemote • Ohio • United StatesJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in providing individual and group therapy for substance use disorders, utilizing evidence-based modalities such as CBT, Motivational Interviewing, and DBT. Strong ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and maintain compliance with documentation standards while fostering trust and compassion in patient relationships.

Highest-signal resume keywords

LPCC Or LISW/IMFT CertificationExperience In Telehealth PlatformsKnowledge Of SUD Diagnoses And Treatment ModalitiesCrisis Intervention SkillsAddiction Counseling Certification

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Hard Skills

Biopsychosocial AssessmentIndividualized Treatment PlanningCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Motivational InterviewingDialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Crisis InterventionDocumentation ComplianceTelehealth DeliverySubstance Use Disorder (SUD) TreatmentCo-occurring Disorders Knowledge

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsEmotional ResilienceDe-escalation SkillsFlexible Can-do MentalityCommitment To Continuous Learning

Certifications & Qualifications

LPCCLISWIMFTAddiction Counseling Certification

Industry Keywords

Substance Use Disorders (SUD)Harm ReductionIntegrated Outpatient Program (IOP)Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP)Patient Care CoordinationCrisis ManagementCommunity RelationshipsDiverse Populations SupportContinuing EducationPatient Education

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PHP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide individual and group therapy sessions for patients with substance use disorders via telehealth
Conduct comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments and develop individualized treatment plans
Use evidence-based modalities including CBT, Motivational Interviewing, and DBT
Collaborate with Advanced Practice Providers, Medical Assistants, and Peer Recovery Specialists on patient care plans
Support patients during crisis interventions and coordinate higher levels of care when needed
Maintain timely documentation in compliance with state, federal, and organizational guidelines
Improve access and care for disadvantaged and marginalized populations
Model compassion, foster trust, and build strong patient and community relationships
Educate patients and families about SUD, co-occurring disorders, and available resources
Participate in case consultations, team meetings, and continuing education
Work a full-time 40-hour schedule with required evening coverage Monday through Thursday, 5:00–8:00 PM ET, and remaining hours during Monday–Friday daytime business hours

Requirements

What you’ll need

LPCC or LISW/IMFT in Ohio
Minimum 2 years of experience providing therapy to individuals with substance use disorders
Minimum 1 year of experience providing therapy in an IOP, PHP, or comparable treatment setting
Certification in addiction counseling is a plus
Experience with telehealth platforms and virtual care delivery is a plus
Strong knowledge of SUD diagnoses, medications, and treatment modalities
Ability to effectively interact with diverse staff, patients, and community members
Excellent interpersonal skills, flexible can-do mentality, and commitment to continuous learning and professional development
Passion for Steadfast Health’s low-barrier, non-punitive, harm-reductionist SUD care mission
Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods
Frequent use of hands for typing, writing, and handling clinical documentation
Ability to respond quickly to emergencies and assist patients in distress or crisis situations
Visual and auditory acuity to assess patient needs, read documentation, and communicate effectively
Emotional resilience and de-escalation skills for high-stress situations

Benefits

Comp & perks

Fixed base salary plus a monthly performance incentive
10.5 hours per week of paid, protected non-billable time for documentation, supervision, case consultation, and lunch
Capped and manageable caseloads
In-house billing
AI-assisted documentation support
MA/LPN and Peer Recovery Specialist support
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) match up to 5%
Paid time off
100% employer-paid short- and long-term disability and life insurance
29 days off per year to start, including PTO, floating holidays, and paid volunteer days
4 annual Re-Fuel Days for mental health, rest, or CEU activities
Annual CEU stipend
Ongoing paid training
Employee Assistance Program with confidential therapy, legal, financial, and wellness resources
Protected time for recharging, clinical supervision, huddles, care planning, and administrative work
Collaborative care model with physician backup
SoFi student loan interest rate discount
Rightway Health Concierge
One year of free pet telehealth through Pawp
Perkspot discount marketplace
Soulside AI documentation support