Detox Counselor

About Nexus Family Recovery Center Nexus Family Recovery Center is a Dallas-based nonprofit dedicated to helping women and families heal from substance use disorder. We provide a comprehensive continuum of care, from detox through residential and outpatient treatment, rooted in trauma-informed, evidence-based practice and a deep belief that recovery is possible for everyone we serve.

At Nexus, our culture is built on the same values we bring to our clients: respect, compassion, and integrity. Our team is made up of professionals who are serious about the work and about each other, and we are committed to building a workplace where staff feel supported, valued, and able to grow.

We back that commitment with meaningful benefits. Full-time employees receive fully covered health insurance premiums — no cost to you for your own coverage. Coverage is also available to dependents at a cost. Additionally, clinical and medical staff are eligible for student loan reimbursement through our HRSA-approved site designation, making Nexus an exceptional opportunity for those carrying the weight of graduate or professional school debt.

If you're looking for work that matters, a team that shows up, and an organization that invests in the people doing the hard work, then we'd love to meet you.

Summary The Detox Counselor provides direct clinical support to clients undergoing medical detoxification for substance use disorders. This role focuses on assessment, emotional support, crisis intervention, and early-stage counseling to promote stabilization and engagement in ongoing treatment at lower levels of care. The Detox Counselor works closely with medical and multidisciplinary teams to ensure safe, compassionate, and effective care.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities Conduct initial assessments and screenings upon admission.

Conduct daily check-ins with clients focused on stabilization and motivation.

Facilitate psycho educational and process group.

Support clients in managing withdrawal symptoms, utilize motivational interviewing, and use trauma informed care approaches.

Assist the client in developing an individualized treatment plan, monitor the client’s progress, and update the treatment plan as needed.

Prepare discharge plan(s), and coordinate transitions or step downs to appropriate levels of care.

Communicate urgent concerns to medical and supervisory staff.

Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant clinical documentation (assessments, progress notes, treatment plans, discharge summaries)
Ensure documentation meets regulatory and accreditation standards (e.g., Joint Commission, state guidelines).Work closely with nurses, physicians, case managers, and recovery support staff.

Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and case reviews.

Communicate effectively with referral sources and external providers when appropriate.

Other duties may be assigned.

Competencies Knowledge of substance use disorders, withdrawal symptoms, and detox protocols

Proficient in common office technology tools, including Microsoft Outlook, Excel, SharePoint, and Teams.

Strong crisis intervention and de-escalation skills

Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment

Excellent communication and documentation skills

Empathy, professionalism, and strong ethical standards

Education, Licensure, & Experience Bachelor’s degree in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or related field required. Licensure as LMSC, LPC, LMFT in the State of Texas will be considered.

LCDC, or equivalent substance abuse certification preferred (or ability to obtain within a specified timeframe)1–3 years of experience in substance abuse treatment or behavioral health preferred

Experience in detox or residential settings strongly preferred

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