Therapist

Qualifications:Are you ready to make a positive impact and empower patient wellness for those dealing with addiction challenges in a collaborative outpatient setting? If so, join our team as we are seeking enthusiastic and compassionate Therapists to join our close-knit team at Detroit Recovery Project.  
 
Who We Are:  
Detroit Recovery Project, Inc. (DRP) is a Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) that provides outpatient recovery support services for those with substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders. We treat the whole person through our integrated programs of primary medical and behavioral healthcare.  
 
Our program philosophy is rooted in developing a healthy recovery ecosystem for those seeking long-term recovery. Through strong therapeutic relationships with our clients, helping them to understand the underlying social and emotional issues that drive their substance use, the recovery ecosystem focuses on five key areas: 

 
What We're Looking For: 
Detroit Recovery Project (DRP) is currently seeking full-time Therapists to support our integrated behavioral health services. In this role, you will provide clinical expertise in managing complex casework, delivering intensive therapy, and developing individualized treatment plans that support recovery and overall well-being. The Therapist will work with individuals, groups, and families, ensuring that persons served receive high-quality, person-centered care across both mental health and substance use disorder (SUD) treatment.
 
Compensation:
The salary range for this position is $70,000–$75,000 annually, based on non-discriminatory factors such as skills, experience, and licensure level. This is a salaried-exempt position and is not eligible for overtime compensation.
 
The Ideal Candidate Will:

• Conduct screenings, comprehensive assessments, and diagnoses for individuals with co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders
• Develop and implement individualized, trauma-informed treatment plans
• Provide individual, group, and family therapy services
• Participate in multidisciplinary treatment team meetings and collaborate with internal teams, families, and external partners
• Coordinate referrals for additional services (e.g., medical, housing, recovery supports) and monitor client engagement
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in the EMR system
• Demonstrate flexibility in scheduling to meet client and program needs
• Engage in ongoing professional development and training

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, or a related behavioral health field
• Minimum of 2 years of clinical experience in a mental health and/or substance use disorder setting (or equivalent combination of education and experience) is preferred
• Limited or Full Licensure in the State of Michigan (e.g., LLMSW, LMSW, LLPC, LPC, TLLP, LLP, LP)
• SUD credential preferred, including:
  • MCBAP Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CAADC), or
  • CAADC, CAADC-DP or
    • Willingness to obtain SUD credential within a designated timeframe
• Experience working with co-occurring populations strongly preferred
• Valid and unrestricted Michigan Driver’s License and current insurance
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with EMR systems (e.g., NextGen) preferred
• Ability to successfully pass all pre-employment screening requirements, including a criminal background check and drug screening, consistent with applicable laws and organizational policies.

What's in it for you: 

• Onsite clinical supervision provided for limited license clinicians, including support toward full licensure and SUD credentialing (CAADC/CAADC-DP)
• A collaborative environment with Clinical Site Leaders and regular peer review
• Flexible scheduling with excellent work/life balance (full-time positions only)
• Front-loaded PTO to support time off and overall well-being
• Comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees, including:
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Student Loan Forgiveness opportunities (PSLF & HRSA*)
  • Pet Insurance

*HRSA Student Loan Forgiveness is specific to positions approved by the HRSA Program.

 
COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement: The COVID-19 Vaccination is strongly encouraged but not required for employment with Detroit Recovery Project.  
 
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities  
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)