[Hiring] Recovery Counselor @Workit Health

Role Description

As a Recovery Counselor at Workit Health you will be responsible for providing clinical intervention to members with Substance Use Disorders (SUD) and mental health disorders. Primary focus is on team-based treatment, namely co-facilitation of shared follow up appointments. Recovery Counselors are full-time employees that work remote and can provide all services via telehealth platforms.

Core Responsibilities

• Co-facilitate virtual multidisciplinary groups, such as shared medical appointments & support groups on SUD related topics with and without standardized curriculum.
• Utilize Motivational Interviewing and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) techniques in group and individual formats.
• Provide evidence-based SUD services through facilitation of psychoeducational, skills development, cognitive behavioral, interpersonal process, and support based groups.
• Prepare all related documentation in accordance with applicable organizational and state standards in a clear, thorough, and timely manner.
• Complete evaluations with members seeking to enroll in a variety of programs.
• Diagnose and treat adults and adolescents.
• Clinically able to differentiate and practice as a clinician or coach depending on the situation.
• Ability to meet daily targets assigned by BH leadership.
• Demonstrate adaptability and flexibility without compromising clinical effectiveness.
• Commitment to Harm Reduction philosophy in all aspects of clinical practice.
• Participate in meetings, supervision, and clinical audits.
• Willing to work a flexed schedule to accommodate evening and potential weekend groups.
• Maintain standards of confidentiality, HIPAA and 42 CFR Part II.
• Collaborate with our Grants and Research team to support with new grant evaluations, re-evaluations, and other grant needs.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Master's degree (Required)
• Independent clinical Illinois state licensure required (LCSW or LMFT Required)
• Fluency in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Motivational Interviewing (MI) skills. Motivational Enhancement Therapy (MET) training is a plus.
• At least one (1) year of experience providing SUD services in an inpatient or outpatient setting.
• Capable of managing crisis intervention remotely.
• Experience and passion for facilitating groups using therapeutic interventions.
• Ability and willingness to complete work independently online; familiarity with Google Drive, spreadsheets, documentation, video conferencing, and secure email.
• Professionalism, punctuality, flexibility, and reliability a must.
• Enthusiasm for revolutionizing the way addiction is addressed and treated is necessary.

Requirements

• Independent clinical Illinois state licensure required (LCSW or LMFT)
• 4x10 schedule with a standard OOO day
• Hours: 7:00am - 5:00pm CST

Benefits

• Fully remote work
• 5 weeks PTO (includes your birthday, 2 mental health days, and 2 floating holidays!)
• 11 paid holidays
• Comprehensive health, dental, pharmacy, and vision insurance with options to fit your family's needs
• 12 weeks paid Parental Leave after 1 year of employment (includes maternity, paternity, adoption, and all ways in which our people build modern families)
• 401k + 4% matching
• Healthcare & dependent care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA & DCFSA)
• Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
• Employee assistance program, complete with financial coaching and counseling sessions
• Professional development allowance for Providers and Behavioral Health team
• Opportunities for internal mobility and growth at a Company with a proven track record of promoting internally
• Vibrant, democratized culture with clubs and multiple ERG groups
• Colleagues who care deeply about closing health disparity gaps within the addiction space for underserved populations