Drug & Alcohol Counselor - (California), Full Time, Remote
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Pelago is hiring a mid-level Drug & Alcohol Counselor - (California), Full Time, Remote. This is a full-time remote role, with the team based in Remote. the employer indicates they sponsor work visas. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.
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Job Description
About the Role:
We're on the lookout for a remote drug and alcohol counselor to join the leading digital clinic for substance addictions. As a key member of our counseling team, you'll play a crucial role in supporting and empowering individuals on their journey to overcome substance addictions. Your main objective will be guiding members towards leading addiction-free lives! Collaborating closely with our dynamic team, you'll contribute to the rapid growth of our business, gaining invaluable firsthand experience in scaling up a successful venture.
This is a full-time, remote position with flexible working hours, open to candidates based anywhere in the U.S., provided they hold an active California license.
In this role you will:
- Provide counseling to members on a weekly basis through text-based chat, video calls, and phone calls, to monitor their progress on their recovery journey
- Onboard the users with an initial phone call and complete a multidimensional assessment to gather relevant behavioral health history and symptoms
- Work within Atlas, Pelago's AI-native EHR, which automates session documentation, surfaces real-time evidence-based guidance during calls, and prepares clinical context before each session — so your time stays focused on member care, not administrative lift
- Monitor the progress of members and offer therapeutic strategies on how to deal with temptations and cravings
- Be supportive and encouraging to members to help them establish and sustain motivation to change their substance use
- Collaborate with other departments to ensure a positive experience for all members and provide valuable feedback to the product development team
- Uphold good standing with your active license(s)/certification(s)
- Attend team meetings and/or case discussions as scheduled
- Help someone transform their life and the life of their family through their addiction recovery!
The background we are looking for:
- Active California credential in good standing
- Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor I/II/III (CADC) or Licensed Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LAADC)
- Bachelor’s degree.
- 2+ years’ clinical experience delivering CBT/behavioral support for SUD.
- Proficiency with MI/MET, MAT coordination, and Relapse Prevention.
- Proven ability to collaborate with cross-disciplinary healthcare teams (coaches, physicians, nurses)
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Adaptable in fast-moving environments; able to prioritize multiple, competing demands
- Technologically fluent; quick to learn new tools and platforms
What you’ll love about us:
We have a whole host of perks for our people! From life essentials to nice-to-haves, there are more than a few good reasons to love working with us. We strive to ensure Pelago employees have equitable access to healthcare, wellbeing, time away, and then some.
- Generous equity package
- Full Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
- 401k Plan
- Unlimited PTO + company-wide “Me Time” Days
- Paid parental leave
- Flexible remote work environment
- Annual Learning & Development stipend
- Wellness Reimbursement Program
- Substance Use Support for employees and family members
At this time, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position.
The provided range reflects our US target salary range for this full-time position, which is part of our broader total compensation package, including incentive bonus program, stock options, comprehensive benefits, and incentive pay applicable to eligible roles. Individual pay within the range will vary based on a variety of factors like role-related experience and education, internal pay equity, and other relevant business factors. At Pelago, we are committed to an equitable and fair pay philosophy and review total compensation for our employees at least twice a year.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply for the Drug & Alcohol Counselor - (California), Full Time, Remote position at Pelago?
Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to Pelago. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.
Is the Drug & Alcohol Counselor - (California), Full Time, Remote role at Pelago remote?
Yes. This is a remote role. The team is based in Remote, but the position itself does not require relocating to that office.
What does a Drug & Alcohol Counselor - (California), Full Time, Remote at Pelago earn?
Pelago has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.
When was the Drug & Alcohol Counselor - (California), Full Time, Remote role at Pelago posted?
This role was posted on May 7, 2026 (50 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.
Does Pelago sponsor work visas for this role?
Yes. Pelago has indicated that this position is open to candidates requiring work visa sponsorship. Confirm specifics (H-1B, OPT, country eligibility, etc.) during the recruiter screen.
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