Recovery Counsellor / Recovery Counselloress

NEOVIVA AG - September 10, 2025

Join Our Team at NEOVIVA

NEOVIVA is a private, medical-psychotherapeutic boutique clinic situated in the upscale segment. We specialize in treating clients who are dealing with problematic substance use and associated mental disorders, following an internationally recognized treatment model. Located on the picturesque shores of Lake Lucerne in Canton Lucerne, our clinic serves English-speaking clients from Switzerland and abroad. NEOVIVA adheres to an abstinence- and recovery-oriented approach, providing a high-intensity, group-based psychotherapeutic program that utilizes evidence-based methods for a minimum duration of four weeks. We are proud to be licensed by Swiss Authorities as Switzerland's only international, highly specialized group-based addiction treatment clinic.

Current Opening: Recovery Counsellors

We are currently seeking multiple Recovery Counsellors to join our dedicated team, with positions available to start immediately or by agreement.

Your Profile

  • At least 10 years of continuous abstinence
  • Active participation in mutual aid groups (AA, NA, etc.)
  • A profound understanding of your own recovery process, with the ability to articulate it in a nuanced manner
  • High level of professional and personal competence as an "expert from experience"
  • Ability to work effectively within a multi-disciplinary team under medical leadership
  • Training or certification in Counselling is advantageous
  • Empathetic and unbiased interpersonal approach
  • Strong social competence, with an appreciative attitude towards culturally diverse and international clients
  • Excellent command of English (C2 professional proficiency); additional languages are a plus
  • Eligibility for a work permit in Switzerland (CH/EU-/EFTA nationals)

Your Tasks

  • Co-moderating group therapy sessions
  • Supporting clients during breaks and leisure activities
  • Assisting clients in their transition and return home in all recovery-related aspects
  • Planning and organizing clients’ attendance at 12-step meetings
  • Driving and accompanying clients to 12-step meetings when necessary
  • Managing client pickups and drop-offs at their ports of arrival (airports, train stations)
  • Organizing and supervising overnight, on-call, and weekend duties
  • Participating in clinical meetings
  • Providing support to client relations and clinical teams as necessary
  • Documenting treatment-related activities in the medical health record software

Application Process

We are a young company with a modern, forward-thinking mindset, set in an exceptional workplace. You will have the opportunity to contribute to an innovative treatment concept. Apply online using the form below. Please note that only applications matching the job profile will be considered.

Location : Vitznau
Country : Switzerland

Application Form

Please enter your information in the following form and attach your resume (CV)

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