Substance Abuse Counselor / Therapist (ASAM Evaluations + Relapse Prevention) — Alexandria, VA

Mental Map to Wellness™ (MMW) Part-Time | In-Office Position | Structured Training | Growth Opportunity

A Different Kind of Clinical Role

At Mental Map to Wellness™, we believe effective treatment requires more than supportive conversations alone.

We focus on helping clients create measurable behavioral change through structured, evidence-informed care that addresses both mental health and substance use challenges.

This role is primarily designed for a clinician who will conduct:

• ASAM evaluations / substance use assessments
• Intake evaluations
• Relapse prevention and outpatient substance use treatment

Secondarily, clinicians who are interested will have opportunities to receive additional training and expand into broader therapy work involving:

• ADHD
• Anxiety
• Depression
• Trauma

using the Mental Map Method™ framework.

This is an excellent opportunity for clinicians seeking structured clinical growth, mentorship, and specialization within a supportive practice environment.

This Role IS for:

• Clinicians who want to become highly effective in assessment and treatment planning
• Clinicians interested in substance use treatment and relapse prevention work
• Therapists who value structure, mentorship, and ongoing development
• Clinicians who enjoy combining clinical assessment with practical intervention
• Clinicians who want steady referrals without needing to market themselves
• Clinicians interested in eventually expanding into ADHD, trauma, anxiety, or depression treatment

Primary Responsibilities

• Conduct ASAM evaluations and substance use intake assessments
• Provide outpatient relapse prevention counseling and follow-up treatment
• Develop treatment recommendations and level-of-care determinations
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation
• Coordinate with referral sources and treatment teams when appropriate
• Participate in supervision, training, and case consultation

Optional Growth Opportunities

Clinicians interested in expanding beyond substance use treatment may receive training in:

• ADHD treatment
• Anxiety and depression treatment
• Trauma-informed care and EMDR concepts
• Executive functioning coaching
• Mental Map Method™ structured treatment frameworks

Compensation

Compensation varies based on the type of clinical service provided, licensure level, and experience.

• ASAM Evaluations / Intake Assessments: approximately $100 per completed evaluation
• Ongoing Outpatient Substance Use Treatment / Relapse Prevention Sessions: approximately $55–$60 per clinical hour
• Additional compensation opportunities available for clinicians who expand into broader mental health therapy services and specialization areas over time
• This structure allows clinicians to maintain flexibility while developing specialized assessment and treatment skills within the practice.
• Additional growth opportunities available through expanded clinical roles and specialization.

Schedule & Time Commitment

• Approximately 5–15 hours per week to start
• Opportunity to grow caseload over time if desired
• Evening and/or weekend availability preferred
• In-office position located in Alexandria, Virginia

Availability Requirement

• Available to work in-office in Alexandria, VA on at least one of the following days: Monday, Wednesday, Friday, or Sunday

What You’ll Receive

• Steady referrals and administrative support
• Structured onboarding and clinical guidance
• Training opportunities in substance use and mental health treatment
• Supportive team environment focused on growth and quality care
• Clear pathway toward increased specialization and leadership opportunities

Requirements

• Master’s or Doctoral degree in Social Work, Counseling, MFT, Psychology, or related field
• LMSW, LGPC, Resident in Counseling, CSAC, or fully licensed equivalent preferred
• Experience conducting assessments or working in substance use treatment preferred
• Comfortable working with adolescents and/or adults
• Strong organizational and documentation skills
• Willingness to work in-office in Alexandria, VA
• Interest in ongoing professional development and training

Work Structure

• 1099 independent contractor role
• Flexible scheduling with autonomy over availability
• Structured treatment framework with ongoing support and mentorship

This Role May Not Be the Right Fit If:

• You are looking for a fully remote position
• You prefer highly unstructured clinical work without treatment frameworks
• You are not interested in assessment-based work or documentation
• You are looking for a temporary or short-term role only
• You are unwilling to participate in ongoing training and development

Application Process

We prioritize alignment, professionalism, and clinical growth potential.

Selected applicants will be invited to complete a brief screening and interview process before moving forward.

Pay: $55.00 - $100.00 per hour

Work Location: In person