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Substance Abuse Counselor / Mental Health Therapist (LPC, LCSW, LMFT, LCDC)

Discovery Point Retreat
Waxahachie, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 10/8/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/1/2027

Discovery Point Retreat is hiring a full-time Therapist to join our inpatient behavioral health team in Waxahachie, TX. You will work Monday - Friday delivering trauma-informed, evidence-based clinical care to adults in residential addiction and dual-diagnosis treatment.

This role is open to clinicians who have a LPC, LPC Associate, LCSW, LMSW, LMFT, LMFT-A, LCDC, LCDC-Intern, mental health therapist, substance abuse counselor, behavioral health, dual diagnosis.

WHY THIS ROLE STANDS OUT

  • Joint Commission–accredited inpatient program
  • Strong interdisciplinary clinical team
  • Discovery Point Retreat values: Kindness, Innovation, Agility, Drive

WHAT YOU'LL DO

  • Conduct biopsychosocial assessments and develop individualized treatment plans
  • Provide individual therapy, group therapy, and family sessions
  • Facilitate psychoeducational and process groups per program curriculum
  • Document clinical services accurately and on time in the EMR
  • Participate in treatment team meetings and coordinate with medical, case management, and recovery support staff
  • Monitor client progress and update treatment goals
  • Maintain compliance with Texas state licensing, payer, and Joint Commission standards
  • Respond to clinical crises and escalate to the Clinical Director when appropriate
  • Provide trauma-informed, culturally competent care to a diverse adult population

WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR

We accept any of the following Texas-issued licenses — apply with the one you hold:

  • LPC or LPC-Associate
  • LCSW or LMSW
  • LMFT or LMFT-Associate
  • LCDC or LCDC-Intern
  • Licensed Psychologist

Other requirements:

  • Master's degree in counseling, social work, psychology, or related field preferred
  • Comfort working in residential, PHP, or IOP settings
  • Familiarity with EMR systems and clinical documentation protocols
  • Strong group facilitation and interpersonal communication skills
  • Emotional resilience to support clients in early recovery

SCHEDULE

  • Full-time
  • Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
  • Onsite at our Waxahachie, TX program

PAY

  • $58,000 to $75,000, commensurate with license and experience

ABOUT DISCOVERY POINT RETREAT

Discovery Point Retreat is a Joint Commission–accredited dual-diagnosis treatment provider serving North Texas with locations in Dallas, Ennis, and Waxahachie. We provide medical detox, residential treatment, partial hospitalization (PHP), and intensive outpatient (IOP) — with an integrated, evidence-based approach to substance use and co-occurring mental health conditions.

Discovery Point Retreat is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Apply now to join a team transforming lives in North Texas.

Pay: $58,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

  • How many years of experience do you have working with the SUD population?
  • Please confirm email address
  • Please confirm your valid Texas clinical license and number.

Work Location: In person

Salary : $58,000 - $75,000

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