What are the responsibilities and job description for the Therapist Substance Use Recovery position at Compass Health Network?
Description
To support the continued delivery of quality and compassionate care in our communities, we are offering a retention bonus of $1,000*. Your commitment helps us meet critical service needs, and we’re excited to have you be a part of our mission!
Support Youth in Recovery Through Counseling and Connection
Compass Health Network is seeking a licensed therapist or certified substance use counselor to join our adolescent Substance Use Recovery team. In this impactful office-based role, you’ll provide individual and group counseling to clients ages 9–17, helping them and their families build recovery-focused strategies that improve daily functioning and overall quality of life.
This position includes facilitating 2–3 hours of group sessions per week, in addition to individual sessions and treatment planning. You’ll also play a key role in collecting and processing urine drug screens, an essential accountability tool in the recovery process.
This is a great opportunity for someone who:
This is a great opportunity for someone who:
- Is passionate about working with youth and families facing substance use and co-occurring challenges
- Enjoys facilitating both individual and group counseling sessions
- Is comfortable in a structured treatment environment with clear clinical and compliance expectations
- Appreciates the importance of building strong therapeutic alliances while maintaining accountability
- Is looking to grow clinically, whether as a newly licensed therapist or an experienced certified counselor
- Wants to be part of a team that values empathy, collaboration, and high-quality care
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver individual and group therapy for adolescents with substance use disorders and their families
- Perform the 12 Core Functions of substance use counseling per Missouri Credentialing Board (MCB) standards:
- Screening, intake, orientation, assessment, education, referral, record keeping, treatment planning, counseling, case management, crisis intervention, and consultation
- Facilitate group counseling sessions (2–3 hours per week)
- Complete all required documentation (paper and electronic) within established timeframes
- Participate in treatment team meetings and interdisciplinary staffings
- Support internal audits and external compliance reviews
- Collect and process urine drug screens and maintain proper documentation
- Abide by ethical standards set by MCB and Compass Health Network policies
- Maintain productivity expectations and caseload standards
- Respond effectively to clients in crisis when necessary
Requirements, Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
- High School diploma or equivalent required
- Bachelor’s degree preferred (experience in lieu of education will be considered)
- At least two (2) years of relevant experience preferred
- Certified through the Missouri Credentialing Board:
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CADC, CRADC, CRAADC, or QAP
OR
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CADC, CRADC, CRAADC, or QAP
- Provisionally or fully licensed in Missouri:
- PLPC, LPC, PLMFT, LMFT, LMSW, or LCSW
You’ll be a great fit if you’re someone who:
- Connects well with youth and understands the unique challenges of adolescent substance use
- Brings empathy, patience, and cultural responsiveness to every client interaction
- Values family involvement and understands the importance of whole-system support
- Has strong group facilitation skills and is confident leading youth-centered therapeutic groups
- Maintains professionalism and boundaries while fostering trust and safety
- Is detail-oriented with documentation and responsive to compliance standards
- Thrives in a fast-paced environment with evolving needs and collaborative team dynamics
- Retention bonuses paid as per bonus policy; exclusions may apply.
About Compass Health Network
About Compass Health Network
Compass Health Network is a nonprofit organization dedicated to delivering accessible, high-quality care throughout Missouri. We provide a comprehensive range of integrated services, including behavioral health, substance use treatment, primary care, and dental care. As both a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) and a Community Mental Health Center (CMHC), Compass Health is uniquely positioned to meet the complex and evolving needs of the communities we serve.
Our network includes Royal Oaks Hospital and Adapt of Missouri, allowing us to expand our impact and reach across the state. Each part of our organization contributes to our mission: Inspire Hope. Promote Wellness.
Adapt of Missouri, a subsidiary of Compass Health Network, has been serving the St. Louis metropolitan area since 1982. While Adapt operates as a for-profit organization, it shares our commitment to providing high-quality, person-centered mental health services. Adapt specializes in community-based support for adults with mental health conditions, focusing on recovery-oriented services such as psychosocial rehabilitation and case management that foster independence and meaningful community engagement.
Royal Oaks Hospital serves all acute behavioral health care inpatient needs for children and adolescents 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Our multi-disciplinary team continually strives to set the standards in patient safety and are committed to providing the highest quality of care. Royal Oaks Hospital believes in the health and wellbeing of our patients and it shows in the care they receive each and every day.
Why Join Us?
Whether you're joining Compass Health Network or Adapt of Missouri, you’ll become part of a dedicated, mission-driven team committed to transforming lives through compassionate, innovative care. We foster a supportive, collaborative environment where your work is valued and your professional growth is encouraged.
We offer:
- Competitive Benefits
- Opportunities for career advancement
- Personal and professional development
- Licensure supervision
- Tuition reimbursement & scholarships
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Wellness program with Xponential access
- Generous paid time off and holidays
- National Health Service Corp loan repayment eligibility*
*Please note: While Compass Health Network is eligible for the National Health Service Corps (NHSC) Loan Repayment Program, positions with Adapt of Missouri are not eligible due to its for-profit status.
Your Career, Your Impact
Whether you're beginning your career or looking to take the next step, you’ll find purpose and opportunity with us. Join a team where your skills and compassion make a meaningful impact—every single day.
Ready to make a difference? We’d love to hear from you!
Equal Opportunity Statement
Compass Health Network is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and an E-Verify participant.
Compass Health Network is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and an E-Verify participant.
Salary : $28 - $39