Recovery Counselor; LCSW or LMFT

Why Workit:

Workit Health is an industry-leading provider of on-demand, evidence-based telemedicine care. Our programs are based in harm reduction, and bring together licensed clinicians who really listen, FDA-approved medication, online recovery groups and community, interactive therapeutic courses, and care for co-existing conditions. Workit Health’s patient-centered telemedicine model is improving clinical outcomes and eliminating barriers to treatment, making long-term recovery accessible to individuals who need it, without disrupting their daily lives.

We’re excited to expand our team as our impact and coverage areas continue to grow. Our team members are dedicated and passionate about our mission of making exceptional, judgment-free care for addiction more accessible.

We believe everyone deserves respectful, effective treatment for substance use disorder at the moment they’re ready for it. We’re looking for driven and compassionate individuals who share this goal. Join us in reducing stigma, saving lives, and changing the way addiction is treated in America.

Independent clinical Illinois state licensure required (LCSW or LMFT)

4x10 schedule with a standard OOO day

7:00am - 5:00pm CST

As a Recovery Counselor at Workit Health you will be responsible for providing clinical intervention to members with Substance Use Disorders (SUD) and mental health disorders. Primary focus is on team-based treatment, namely co-facilitation of shared follow up appointments. Recovery Counselors are full-time employees that work remote and can provide all services via telehealth platforms.

• Co-facilitate virtual multidisciplinary groups, such as shared medical appointments & support groups on SUD related topics with and without standardized curriculum.
• Utilize Motivational Interviewing and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) techniques in group and individual formats.
• Provide evidence-based SUD services through facilitation of psycho educational, skills development, cognitive behavioral, interpersonal process, and support based groups.
• Prepare all related documentation in accordance with applicable organizational and state standards in a clear, thorough, and timely manner.
• Complete evaluations with members seeking to enroll in a variety of programs.
• Diagnose and treat adults and adolescents.
• Clinically able to differentiate and practice as a clinician or coach depending on the situation.
• Ability to meet daily targets assigned by BH leadership
• Demonstrate adaptability and flexibility without compromising clinical effectiveness.
• Commitment to Harm Reduction philosophy in all aspects of clinical practice.
• Participate in meetings, supervision, and clinical audits.
• Willing to work a flexed schedule to accommodate evening and potential weekend groups.
• Maintain standards of confidentiality, HIPAA and 42 CFR Part II.
• Collaborate with our Grants and Research team to support with new grant evaluations, re-evaluations, and other grant needs.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Master’s degree (Required)
• Independent clinical Illinois state licensure required (LCSW or LMFT Required)
• Fluency in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Motivational Interviewing (MI) skills. Motivational Enhancement Therapy (MET) training is a plus.
• At least one (1) year of experience providing SUD services in an inpatient or outpatient setting
• Capable of managing crisis intervention remotely
• Experience and passion for facilitating groups using therapeutic interventions
• Ability and willingness to complete work independently online; familiarity with Google Drive, spreadsheets, documentation, video conferencing, and secure email
• Professionalism, punctuality, flexibility, and reliability a must
• Enthusiasm…