Job Title:Therapist/Therapist Supervisee (LPC, LCSW, LMFT, LSATP - or Under Supervision)
Reports To:Clinical Director/Executive Director
Department:Clinical
Location:On-site, Lynchburg, VA
Employment Type:Full-time | Salaried | Exempt
Compensation:
The pay range for this position is $80,000 - $93,000 annually, set in good faith based on the responsibilities of the role, qualifications, and market conditions.
Job SummaryWe are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Therapist to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in substance use disorder and addiction treatment and a passion for helping individuals navigate their recovery journey. In this role, you will support clients ages 18+ in breaking the cycle of addiction and returning to their families and communities from a place of resilience. This position provides therapeutic support, guidance, and counseling across multiple levels of care, ensuring clients receive the tools and resources necessary for sustainable recovery.
Key Responsibilities- Completion of intake assessments following pre-assessment.
- Development of individualized service and treatment plans.
- Presentation of clients in treatment team meetings.
- Conducting individual counseling sessions with clients.
- Facilitating didactic lectures, client groups, and other therapeutic activities.
- Maintaining appropriate contact with relevant individuals involved in client care.
- Collaborating closely with Case Management and other interdisciplinary team members throughout the client's treatment and recovery journey.
- Supporting discharge planning and referral coordination.
- Meeting all documentation requirements for accreditation standards, state licensing guidelines, and billing purposes in a timely and complete manner.
- Performing all other duties as assigned.
Minimum QualificationsEducation / Credentials- Master's degree preferred in Addictions Counseling, Social Work, Mental Health Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy, Clinical Psychology, or related field.
- License preferred: LPC, LCSW, LMFT, LSATP (or under supervision).
Experience- Minimum of one (1) year of experience working in human services, substance use disorder treatment, or a related setting.
- Experience using electronic medical record (EMR) systems for clinical documentation.
- Experience facilitating both individual and group counseling sessions.
Knowledge / Skills- Familiarity with 12-step recovery programs.
- Strong clinical documentation skills.
- De-escalation and crisis intervention skills.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Working Conditions- Direct care clinical position providing counseling and therapeutic services across residential and structured outpatient levels of care (ASAM 3.5, 3.1, and 2.5).
- Licensed Clinicians or Supervisee (LCSW, LPC, LMFT, LSATP):
- Full-time scheduling aligned with residential programming needs.
- Monday-Friday, 8:30am-5:00pm
Why This Role Matters- Impact: Delivers essential therapeutic services to individuals with substance use disorders and co-occurring conditions, supporting engagement, stabilization, skill development, and sustained recovery across multiple levels of care.
- Growth & Development: Offers opportunities to expand clinical competencies in substance use treatment, co-occurring disorders, trauma-informed care, group facilitation, and evidence-based interventions within residential and partial hospitalization settings.
- Team & Culture: Functions within a multidisciplinary, recovery-oriented team that prioritizes collaboration, clinical supervision, ethical practice, and a supportive, mission-driven work environment.
Pre-Employment RequirementsMainspring conducts, as required, job-related background checks, drug testing, TB testing, verification of employment history, and/or reference checks prior to employment.
