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Group Counselor, Weekends

Avenues Recovery logoAvenues Recovery$52,000–$65,000/yrNorfolk, VAFull time or Part timePosted 5d ago
  • Weekends

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This posting does not state an hourly rate. Open mental health therapist jobs in Virginia post a median of $40.09 an hour, the middle half $35.55–$56.50, across 23 jobs that state their pay. Mental health therapists employed in Virginia earn a median of $28.79 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).

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About the job

➢ Who We Are

Avenues Recovery Center is a nationwide network of drug and alcohol rehab centers with 21 locations

across 7 states. With an unrivaled, evidence - based clinical curriculum and highly individualized care,

Avenues continues to set new standards in the world of addiction treatment. Our programs - spanning detox, residential, PHP, IOP and outpatient services - have transformed the lives of thousands to date.

But our secret superpower is our people. If you are a talented, passionate clinician looking to make a real difference in the recovery community, the Avenues family warmly welcomes you!

Now Hiring a Group Facilitator for our Detox and Residential treatment facility in Norfolk, VA!

This is a weekend position.

➢ What You'll Do

  • Conduct group therapy, psychoeducation, and process groups designed to meet each client's

challenges and needs

  • Assist clients in developing healthy coping skills, positive behaviors, and recovery tools
  • Collaborate consistently with clinical staff to keep track of client challenges and progress
  • Escalate any significant client concerns to Clinical Director
  • Maintain thorough documentation of all group sessions conducted
  • Ensure all clinical assessments and individual client charting is completed

➢ What We're Looking For

  • Bachelor's degree in psychology, counseling, or related field preferred
  • Min. one year experience in treatment industry preferred
  • Valid licensure necessary to practice as a clinician in this state- CSAC
  • If in recovery, a minimum one-year period of sustained sobriety is required.
  • Excellent interpersonal, observational, and communication skills
  • Strong presence and sound judgement
  • Warm, dignified and honest character that inspires trust and models recovery principles

Why Join Us?

Avenues features a rich, fulfilling workplace culture where each person is valued and greatness is pursued. We support our employees unconditionally, and work to provide them with every resource they need to excel! Aside from generous PTO and compensation, when you join the Avenues family, you'll be eligible for the following benefits package:

  • 401K with employer match
  • Medical Insurance
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Accident
  • Critical Illness
  • Hospital Indemnity
  • Voluntary Short-Term Disability
  • Voluntary Long -Term Disability
  • Employer-Paid Life and AD&D
  • LifeTime Benefit Term Insurance with Long Term Care
  • Legal Coverage
  • Pet Insurance
  • Identity Theft Protection
  • Employer-Paid Employee Assistance Program
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA) - Medical
  • Dependent Care FSA (DCF)
  • Eligible for HRSA STAR federal student loan repayment

Join our growing team and discover the magic here at Avenues!

Apply today!

From Avenues Recovery's job posting, checked 4 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.

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