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Wayspring Jobs in Delaware (NOW HIRING)

Description Licensed Therapist Overview As Wayspring's Licensed Therapist, you'll be a part of our innovative, integrated care team focused on transforming the way mental health and substance use ...

Description Licensed Therapist Overview As Wayspring's Licensed Therapist, you'll be a part of our innovative, integrated care team focused on transforming the way mental health and substance use ...

Licensed Therapist Overview As Wayspring's Licensed Therapist, you'll be a part of our innovative, integrated care team focused on transforming the way mental health and substance use disorder ...

Licensed Therapist Overview As Wayspring's Licensed Therapist, you'll be a part of our innovative, integrated care team focused on transforming the way mental health and substance use disorder ...

Description Licensed Therapist Overview As Wayspring's Licensed Therapist, you'll be a part of our innovative, integrated care team focused on transforming the way mental health and substance use ...

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What is the difference between Wayspring vs Substance Abuse Counselor?

AspectWayspringSubstance Abuse Counselor
CredentialsLicensed therapists, clinical staff, certifications in addiction treatmentState licensure (e.g., CADC), certification in addiction counseling
Work EnvironmentRehabilitation centers, outpatient clinics, telehealthRehab centers, outpatient clinics, community health settings
Industry UsageBehavioral health, addiction treatment providersSubstance abuse treatment facilities, healthcare organizations
Job FocusProviding therapy, developing treatment plans, supporting recoveryAssessing addiction, counseling patients, relapse prevention

Wayspring and Substance Abuse Counselors both work in addiction treatment settings, often requiring similar credentials and certifications. While Wayspring may focus on a broader range of behavioral health services, Substance Abuse Counselors specifically specialize in addiction assessment and counseling. Both roles are essential in supporting recovery, but Wayspring often offers a more integrated approach within mental health services.

What cities in Delaware are hiring for Wayspring jobs?

Cities in Delaware with the most Wayspring job openings:

Infographic showing various Wayspring job openings in Delaware as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 65% Full Time, and 35% Part Time. Highlights an 100% Physical job distribution.

Licensed Therapist

Wilmington, DE • On-site, Remote

Wayspring
Health Care and Social Assistance • 51 - 200 employees

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Description
Licensed Therapist Overview
As Wayspring's Licensed Therapist, you'll be a part of our innovative, integrated care team focused on transforming the way mental health and substance use disorder treatment is delivered. In this role, you'll provide therapy to a high-need Medicaid population, working alongside Primary Care and Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners to support patients through their wellness and recovery journeys. You'll be a key voice in developing individualized treatment plans, tracking progress, and ensuring patients have access to the care and resources they need. This is more than a clinical role - it's an opportunity to make a real difference in people's lives while being part of a mission-driven organization committed to compassionate, whole-person care. If you're energized by collaboration, meaningful work, and helping underserved communities thrive, we want to hear from you.
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Why Wayspring?
We are passionate about breaking barriers alongside those facing substance use disorder. Whether you're in the field or in the corporate office - our mission is felt, and your impact is recognized. There is no inner circle, and we all have a seat at the table. Leaders are accessible and silos are avoided. We respect your craft and love to be challenged. We invest not only in our mission, but in each other. Internal promotions and cross departmental training are the norm - you grow, we grow.
Responsibilities of the Licensed Therapist
  • Provides direct patient care for Wayspring patients and care collaboration for complex patients with multiple needs, determines the best strategy and support for the patient to encourage engagement (Clinical Care Navigators, Psychiatric NPs and Primary Care NPs).
  • Continues or conducts initial assessments for new patients
  • Creates individualized treatment plans according to patient needs and circumstances
  • Meets with patients regularly to talk about treatment plan, track progress on treatment plans, and adjusts treatment plans as necessary
  • Conducts ongoing screenings of patient progress
  • Complies with documentation standards within clinic documentation platform, Athena (EMR) to ensure regulatory compliance
  • Collaborates with other members of the multidisciplinary care team within the Wayspring clinic, as well as other providers and facilities outside of the clinic as necessary
  • Ensures that Wayspring's Clinical Care Navigators understand and adhere to patients' treatment plans and act as a clinical resource as needed.
  • Adheres to Wayspring information security and privacy requirements.

Requirements and Preferred Qualifications
  • Master's degree in eligible field (social work, psychology, counseling) required
  • Active state licensure
  • Willingness to obtain additional state licensure as requested (Wayspring covers cost associated)
  • Must exhibit empathy, listening skills, social and communication skills, boundary setting, critical thinking, organizational skills, written documentation skills, technical/computer skills
  • Experience working with Medicaid populations is highly preferred
  • Experience working within substance use disorder space is highly preferred
  • Ideal experience in working with trauma informed care models
  • Experience in working within American Society of Addiction Medicine levels of care

Our goal is to foster a workplace where everyone feels a true sense of belonging, is supported, and empowered to thrive. We actively seek different backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences-because we believe that drives better performance and innovation. We're committed to identifying and removing barriers for the communities we serve.
Benefit Summary
Creating a great employee experience takes more than just perks-but let's be real, those matter too. Here's how we're building a company where you, your family, your pets, and your passions can thrive.
  • Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance options - including options for your pets!
  • Company funded HSA + Monthly Gym Allowance
  • Paid parental leave - all parents included!
  • Company paid short term disability, long term disability and life insurance
  • 401k with company match
  • Premium Employee Assistance Program, inclusive of counseling sessions
  • Pardon and Expungement Scholarship Program
  • Company Contributions to Future Minded Savings (HSA and Emergency savings fund)
  • Generous PTO package (accrual policy based on years of service) and an additional 10 paid company holidays
  • Company 2 week paid sabbatical program!
  • Provider Benefits include ASAM training and membership + $2,500 CEU annual stipend and more!