Substance Abuse Therapist

Make a Lasting Impact in Substance Abuse Counseling! Ardent Counseling Center is seeking skilled and compassionate licensed therapists with expertise in substance abuse to join our team in Illinois. If you're passionate about helping clients overcome addiction and supporting long-term recovery, we provide the tools, flexibility, and support you need to succeed.

• Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselors (CADC)
• Licensed Clinical Professional Counselors (LCPC)
• Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSW)
• Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFT)

Applicants must hold active licensure or certification in Illinois and be eligible to practice independently.

• Master’s degree in counseling, social work, or related behavioral health field.
• Current CADC or full clinical licensure in Illinois (LCPC, LCSW, LMFT).
• Experience working with individuals with substance use and co-occurring disorders.

• Competitive compensation earn up to $100,000/year based on caseload.
• Work from home, in the office, or hybrid you choose your schedule.
• Integrated tech platform for scheduling, telehealth, EHR, and more.
• Full billing and administrative support.
• Inhouse marketing to help build your caseload fast.
• Team-oriented clinical culture focused on support and professional growth.

• Provide individual and/or group therapy to clients with substance use disorders.
• Assess, develop, and implement treatment plans using evidence based approaches.
• Maintain timely and accurate clinical records in compliance with regulatory standards.
• Collaborate with healthcare providers and recovery support systems as needed.
• Support clients throughout the continuum of care including relapse prevention planning.

• Are passionate about helping clients navigate recovery.
• Have strong clinical judgment and problem solving skills.
• Excel at balancing clinical autonomy with collaboration.
• Want to work in a mission-driven, growth-focused environment.

Ardent Counseling Center is a leading provider of behavioral health and addiction recovery services in Illinois. We offer outpatient therapy, psychiatric medication management, and support for individuals, couples, and families. We are committed to delivering high-quality care while supporting the development and wellbeing of our clinicians.

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Apply today to join a team where your work makes a difference—Ardent Counseling Center is waiting for you!

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Health Care Provider
• Industries: Individual and Family Services