Counselor

Counselor

Pay Rate: $26.00/hr

Schedule: 32 hrs/week: Sunday (7), Thursday (10), Friday (5), and Saturday (10)

Your Opportunity to Make an Impact

At Recovery Centers of America (RCA) in Danvers, we’re more than just a treatment facility - we’re a team on a mission to save lives from addiction. As a Recovery Counselor , you’ll play a crucial role in supporting individuals on their journey toward recovery. If you’re passionate about helping others, thrive in a collaborative setting, and bring compassion and structure to those in need, we want to hear from you

What You’ll Do

As a Recovery Counselor, you’ll work hands-on with patients and alongside a multidisciplinary team to create a supportive, structured, and therapeutic environment.

Your role will include

• Providing one-on-one support sessions and facilitating group activities
• Conducting timely, high-quality patient assessments and documentation
• Engaging patients through recovery-focused activities
• Helping patients navigate treatment barriers and stay on track
• Assisting with continuity of care planning in coordination with clinical staff
• Supporting family sessions, visitation, and community interactions
• Partnering with Recovery Support Specialists and clinical staff for seamless care
• Encouraging long-term recovery through therapeutic guidance and accountability

Job Requirements

• Education: High school diploma required; Bachelor’s in social work, psychology, or related field preferred
• Experience: At least 1 year in the substance use disorder or behavioral health field
• Skills: Strong communication, documentation, and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge: Familiarity with addiction recovery, DSM criteria, co-occurring disorders, and treatment processes
• Tech: Comfortable using Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook

Why Choose RCA?

We understand that providing excellent patient care starts with taking care of our team.

That’s why we offer

• Competitive compensation .
• Comprehensive benefits packages , encompassing medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) plans.
• Professional development opportunities through ongoing training and advancement programs.
• A supportive and inclusive workplace culture where many of our team members share a deep personal connection to recovery.

About Recovery Centers of America

Drug addiction treatment works, and substance abuse recovery is possible. The tens of thousands of happy, healthy individuals who began their journeys at Recovery Centers of America are the living proof.

In 2013, Recovery Centers of America (RCA) announced a goal: Save one million lives from the disease of addiction. We're working fast and hard to fulfill that promise, with over 11 facilities that offer evidence-based inpatient, outpatient, and medication-assisted treatment 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

Ready to Help Transform Lives?

A pply today and become part of a compassionate team dedicated to recovery, healing, and hope.

Former Patient Statement

Please note: A former patient may not be hired at the same location where they were treated until a minimum of one year has elapsed since the completion of their treatment at that location. Former patients may be considered for employment at locations within RCA other than where they were treated within a year after treatment.

EEOC

Recovery Centers of America (RCA) provides equal opportunity in employment and in the provision of services. We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race (including hair type, texture, or style), color, religion or religious creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, sex assigned at birth, gender identity or expression, affectional or sexual orientation, and differences in sex development), age (40 and over), ancestry, national origin (including Limited English Proficiency), disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

State Specific Responsibilities:

Follows organizational cybersecurity policies, including acceptable use, password management, and multi-factor authentication requirements. Immediately reports suspected security incidents, unauthorized access, or data breaches in accordance with company policy and regulatory requirements. Maintains strict confidentiality of PHI and adheres to the principle of least privilege, accessing only the minimum necessary data required to perform job functions.