Counselor, Mental Health, Healthcare

Job Title:

Counselor

Location:

Salem, Missouri

Department:
Recovery Services

Employment Type:

Full-time

Job Summary:

Are you passionate about empowering individuals on their journey to recovery and wellness? Join our compassionate and collaborative team as a Counselor, where you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals experiencing mental health and substance use challenges. This rewarding role offers the chance to build impactful therapeutic relationships, provide recovery-focused support, collaborate with dedicated professionals, strengthen your clinical skills, and contribute directly to healthier communities.

We are seeking a caring, motivated professional with strong communication skills, empathy, adaptability, and a commitment to helping others achieve lasting success. As a Counselor, you will provide counseling and treatment services that support individuals in achieving their recovery goals and improving their daily functioning. You will conduct assessments, develop individualized treatment plans, facilitate individual and group counseling sessions, and collaborate with multidisciplinary team members to deliver high-quality, person‑centred care.

This position offers a balance of direct client interaction, professional growth, and meaningful community impact. Salem, Missouri offers a welcoming small‑town atmosphere surrounded by scenic natural beauty. Residents enjoy a relaxed pace of life, strong community connections, and abundant outdoor recreation opportunities, making it an excellent place to build both a fulfilling career and personal life.

• Provide individual and group counseling services that support client recovery, personal growth, and improved daily functioning
• Develop therapeutic relationships that encourage engagement, resilience, and progress toward treatment goals
• Conduct comprehensive assessments and screenings to identify client needs and recommend appropriate services
• Create individualized treatment plans that align with client goals, regulatory requirements, and best practices
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team members to coordinate holistic and effective client care
• Support clients through transitions of care by developing transition plans and completing required summaries
• Respond to crisis situations using sound clinical judgment and effective de‑escalation techniques
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in accordance with agency, state, and regulatory requirements
• Manage an assigned caseload while ensuring quality service delivery and timely completion of responsibilities
• Represent the organization professionally within the community and foster positive relationships with referral partners
• Participate in ongoing professional development activities to strengthen clinical knowledge and skills
• Adhere to ethical standards, professional practices, and organizational policies

• Credentialed as a Qualified Addiction Professional (QAP) as defined by the Missouri Credentialing Board (MCB)
• Experience providing mental health and/or substance use disorder treatment preferred
• Missouri credential required, including one of the following:
• Certified Alcohol Drug Counselor (CADC)
• Certified Reciprocal Alcohol Drug Counselor (CRADC)
• Certified Reciprocal Advanced Alcohol Drug Counselor (CRAADC)
• Registered Alcohol Drug Counselor (RADC)
• Certified Criminal Justice Addictions Professional (CCJP)
• Credential of Co-Occurring Disorders

• Valid driver's license in state of residency required
• Willingness to become licensed in additional states
• Experience or comfort providing telehealth services
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to…