Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Recovery Associates Group
Position Type: Contract (Full-Time Hours)
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Work Model: Hybrid (minimum one work-from-home day per week)
Position Summary
Recovery Associates Group is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC/LPC/LCSW or equivalent) to join our growing practice and to provide trauma-informed, evidence-based mental health services to individuals and families. This is a contract position offering full-time hours, providing both in-person and telehealth services in a supportive, client-centered environment.
The ideal candidate is experienced in delivering high-quality therapeutic services across diverse populations and is comfortable facilitating both group and individual therapy sessions.
Key Responsibilities
Clinical Services
- Provide individual and group counseling services using evidence-based and trauma-informed approaches
- Conduct clinical assessments, biopsychosocial evaluations, and individualized treatment planning
- Address issues including trauma, anxiety, depression, substance use, emotional regulation, and life stressors
- Maintain therapeutic relationships grounded in trust, accountability, and professional boundaries
Trauma-Informed Care
- Integrate trauma-informed principles, including safety, trustworthiness, empowerment, collaboration, and cultural humility
- Recognize the impact of adverse life experiences and respond with clinically appropriate interventions
- Support clients in developing coping strategies, resilience, and emotional regulation skills
Documentation and Compliance
- Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential clinical documentation in accordance with state, federal, and organizational requirements
- Adhere to all ethical standards, licensing regulations, and organizational policies
- Participate in supervision, case reviews, and quality assurance activities as required
Collaboration and Professional Engagement
- Collaborate with other clinicians, case managers, and community partners as appropriate
- Participate in multidisciplinary meetings and contribute to coordinated care planning
- Provide consultation and clinical input to support client outcomes
Required Qualifications
- Active, unrestricted licenses as LMHC, LPC, LCSW, or equivalent in the State of Tennessee (or license-eligible with supervision, if applicable)
- Minimum of one (1) year of inpatient clinical experience required
- Master’s degree in counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or a related field
- Minimum (2) years of clinical experience providing mental health services
- Demonstrated experience with trauma-informed treatment
- Strong clinical judgment, communication, and documentation skills
- Experience with group therapy facilitation strongly preferred
- Knowledge of substance use and/or co-occurring disorders is a plus
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills
- Ability to work independently as a contractor while maintaining collaboration with the team
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working with:
- Adults, families, or underserved populations
- Substance use and co-occurring disorders
- Community-based or outpatient behavioral health settings
- Training in evidence-based modalities such as CBT, DBT, EMDR, or motivational interviewing
- Familiarity with culturally responsive and strengths-based practices
Core Competencies
- Trauma-informed and ethical clinical practice
- Cultural humility and client-centered care
- Professional accountability and boundaries
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively
Work Environment
- Community-based outpatient setting
- Client-centered, mission-driven organization
- Collaborative clinical team environment
Equal Opportunity Statement
Recover Associates Group is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and supportive workplace.
