Recovery Counselor

About Workit Health

Workit Health is an industry-leading provider of on-demand, evidence-based telemedicine care. Our programs are based in harm reduction, combining licensed clinicians, FDA-approved medication, online recovery groups, community support, interactive therapeutic courses, and care for co-existing conditions. Our patient-centered telemedicine model improves clinical outcomes and eliminates barriers to treatment, making long-term recovery accessible without disrupting daily lives.

We’re expanding our team as our impact and coverage areas grow. Our team members are dedicated to 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.

The Role

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

Core Responsibilities

• Co-facilitate virtual multidisciplinary groups, such as shared medical appointments and support groups on SUD-related topics, with and without standardized curriculum.
• Utilize Motivational Interviewing and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) techniques in both group and individual formats.
• Provide evidence-based SUD services through facilitation of psychoeducational, skills development, cognitive behavioral, interpersonal process, and support-based groups.
• Prepare all related documentation in accordance with organizational and state standards in a clear, thorough, and timely manner.
• Complete evaluations with members seeking enrollment in various programs.
• Diagnose and treat adults and adolescents.
• Clinically differentiate and practice as a clinician or coach depending on the situation.
• Meet daily targets assigned by Behavioral Health leadership.
• Demonstrate adaptability and flexibility without compromising clinical effectiveness.
• Commit to a 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 the Grants and Research team to support grant evaluations, re-evaluations, and other grant needs.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• A Master’s degree is required.
• Independent clinical Illinois state licensure is required (LCSW or LMFT).
• 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 are a must.
• Enthusiasm for revolutionizing the way addiction is addressed and treated.

Benefits & Rewards

• Fully remote work
• 5 weeks of paid time off (includes birthday, 2 mental health days, and 2 floating holidays)
• 11 paid holidays
• Comprehensive health, dental, pharmacy, and vision insurance with family options
• 12 weeks of paid parental leave after 1 year of employment (includes maternity, paternity, adoption, and all ways of building modern families)
• 401k with 4% matching
• Healthcare and dependent care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA & DCFSA)
• Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
• Employee assistance program, including financial coaching and counseling sessions
• Professional development allowance for Providers and Behavioral Health team
• Opportunities for internal mobility and growth at a company with a proven track record of promoting internally
• Vibrant, democratized culture with clubs and multiple ERG groups
• Colleagues dedicated to closing health disparity gaps within the addiction space for underserved populations