Substance Use Disorder Counselor | Telehealth| General Application | Apply Now For Future Openings!
Telehealth Substance Use Disorder Counselor – Remote
Please note: This is a general application for future openings. If we do not currently have a position available in your state, we still encourage you to apply so we can keep your information on file. For active opportunities by state, please visit www.affect.com.
About Affect
Affect is transforming addiction treatment through an innovative, evidence-based digital program. We specialize in treating substance use disorders, such as opioid use disorder, stimulant use disorders, alcohol use disorder, and cannabis use disorder and we have expanded our services to include high-quality, accessible mental health. By combining mobile technology, counseling, and coordinated medical care, we empower our Members to reclaim their lives in recovery.
We’re looking for compassionate and motivated Telehealth Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Counselors to deliver virtual individual and group counseling sessions that support recovery and promote wellness.
About The Role
A Member’s total treatment experience consists of counselor coaching, meeting with our providers and speaking with our care coordinators. Our SUD Counselors are the experts on addiction and recovery and coaching our Members to set action steps forward for themselves. Working in collaboration with our medical providers, Members receive medication management as needed.
As an Affect telehealth SUD Counselor you will manage a schedule and caseload that supports the needs of your state (or states) while continually developing your clinical skill set and knowledge of Affect roles and responsibilities as it relates to the clinical service model. This will include:
- Unlock great clinical outcomes for our Members by adhering to Affect policies, leveraging cirriculm and providing consistent, superior care.
- Conduct intake assessments to evaluate Member readiness for the program and determine appropriate level of care
- Lead weekly group therapy sessions that build recovery skills and foster community by utilizing the outlined curriculum, and conduct weekly individual member one on one sessions.
- Provide individual support, as needed, such as crisis intervention, referrals to other resources, and liaising with outside parties involved in the member’s treatment.
- Measure the effectiveness of one's own clinical practice, using outcome measures and client feedback.
- Maintain timely, accurate documentation in our electronic medical record (EMR) system
- Collaborate with clinical supervisors on individualized treatment and discharge planning
- Ensure compliance with HIPAA and all relevant state regulations
Requirements:
- Active and verifiable counseling license or certification in your practicing state, as well as your state of residence. All credentials must be verified through the State Board's website as part of the application process
- Proficient with Microsoft Office or Google Suite, EMR systems, and telehealth platforms
- Passionate about supporting individuals in recovery and building therapeutic relationships
- Comfortable working both independently and as part of a collaborative team in a fast-paced, mission-driven startup environment
- Have a private, HIPAA-compliant workspace and reliable internet
The Benefits of Joining Affect
- The salary range for this full-time position is $55,000 - $70,000 and will commensurate with experience and professional license.
- Employees may enroll in offered medical, dental, and vision coverage and also provided employer paid life and disability insurance. Employees may enroll in Affect's company’s 401k plan and parental leave is provided.
- Employees have paid vacation, sick time and company observed holidays.
- Remote work flexibility
- Opportunities for continuing education and professional development
- Supportive team culture focused on impact, collaboration, and innovation
- Be part of building a modern, inclusive, and accessible addiction care system
Be part of the mission. Help us reshape the future of substance use disorder care!
Skills
As published by greenhouse · 27 questions · 8 written answers
Basics
First Name, Last Name, Email, Phone, Resume/CV, Cover Letter
Short answers (10)
- Preferred First Name optional
- In order to verify your state license, could you please provide the full legal name under, including your middle name, which your license is registered?
- What is your expected annual salary?
- Which state do you live in?
- What time zone do you live in?
- LinkedIn Profile (if you have one) We may reach out throughout the process, so please keep an eye on your email—including your spam or junk folder—as messages from the Affect Recruiting Team can occasionally land there.
- How did you hear about this position? If an Affect employee, please add their name.
- Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status - i.e. H-1B visa status?
- Please share your NPI number. (NA if you do not have one.) This is a HIPAA requirement for everyone on the clinical team. You can create your NPI by going to this link: https://nppes.cms.hhs.gov/
- In order to verify Medicaid enrollment, please share city AND zip code associated with your Medicaid account. NA if not enrolled.
Pick from a list (9)
- Are you a Licensed or Certified Counselor?
- Are you seeking full-time or part-time?
- Are you legally authorized to work in the United States?
- Have you ever participated in any of Affect's programs?
- Are you actively enrolled with Medicaid?
- Have you ever been denied credentialing, participation, enrollment, or recredentialing by any insurance payer, Medicaid/Medicare program, hospital, or healthcare organization?
- Affect uses cross-licensing to help enhance member accessibility across states. Which licensing exams have you successfully passed?
- Which licensing exams are you currently preparing for or planning to take?
- To ensure timely communication, will you check your email (including spam or junk folders) for updates from Affect? optional
Written answers (8)
- Please list all licenses and/or certifications you currently hold. If you are licensed or certified in multiple states, be sure to include each state along with the corresponding license or certification.
- Are you open to obtaining additional state licenses or certifications if requested by Affect? (All fees associated with additional licenses/certifications required by Affect will be reimbursed.)
- Has your professional license ever been subject to investigation, probation, restriction, or disciplinary action by any licensing board? If yes, please describe the nature of the action and whether it has been resolved. optional
- If yes, please explain, including the payer/organization name, approximate date, and outcome/resolution.
- Why are you seeking a new role?
- Please walk us through how you manage documentation during a typical telehealth session. How do you balance maintaining a strong therapeutic presence while completing documentation in real time? optional
- This role often involves back-to-back sessions with documentation completed alongside clinical work. How comfortable are you working in a fast-paced, highly scheduled environment?
- If currently preparing, please share anticipated exam timeline.