Addiction Counselor

Kolmac Integrated Behavioral Health · Cumberland, MD · 1 wk ago

On-siteEducation$25–$30/hrFull-time

About the role

As an Addiction Counselor at Kolmac, you’ll be at the center of patient care — building strong therapeutic relationships and delivering high-quality, evidence-based treatment in our Hagerstown outpatient clinic. You’ll hold a blend of individual sessions, group facilitation, and case management, with approximately 55% of your time in direct patient care. The rest is split across documentation, treatment team collaboration, and care coordination.

Core clinical responsibilities

Build a genuine, individualized therapeutic alliance with patients that adapts to their evolving clinical needs throughout treatment
Facilitate addiction treatment groups across OTP levels of care
Provide substance use disorder evaluations using DSM-5 and ASAM level-of-care criteria
Prepare and present addiction/recovery education to patients — embody the spirit of a teacher inside and outside of sessions
Conduct case management sessions: assessments, collaborative treatment goals, and discharge planning
Apply evidence-based modalities including Motivational Interviewing, CBT, and trauma-informed care
Work with the treatment team to address co-occurring psychiatric needs
Career development

Qualifications

Minimum 2 years of experience working in the SUD field
Active Maryland addiction credential: ADT, CSC-AD, CAC-AD, or CADC
Strong clinical, verbal, and written communication skills
Experience and comfort working with an electronic medical record
Knowledge of multiple recovery modalities: SMART Recovery, 12-Step, Harm Reduction, Women for Sobriety, Recovery Dharma, and others
Experience with Motivational Interviewing, CBT, and trauma-informed care approaches
Flexible team player with a solution-focused, patient-first attitude

Benefits

STAR Recognition Program – Quarterly company-sponsored trip for highlighted individuals.
Employee Referral Bonus – Earn rewards through our tiered referral program when you help us bring great people on board
Clinical Supervision – Ongoing professional support to help you grow in your career
Free Financial Advisor – Personalized financial guidance at no cost to you
Employee Discounts – Exclusive savings through Working Advantage
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Confidential support for life’s challenges, available when you need it
PTO – Start with 15 days and accrue more over time
Paid Holidays – 7 paid holidays per year
Medical, Dental & Vision – Multiple plan options to fit your needs, including Kaiser Permanente with wellness and self-care resources
Tax-Advantaged Savings – HSA, HRA, and FSA options available
Disability Coverage – Company-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance
Life Insurance – Company-provided coverage for your peace of mind

Pay

The pay for this position is $25–$30 per hour. Factors such as geographical location, relevant experience, licensure, education, and skill level may impact the pay for this position.

Schedule

This role operates Monday–Friday, 5:30AM–1:30PM, 6:00AM - 2:00PM, and 7:00AM- 3:00PM reflecting the needs of our patient population who require morning services before work or other daily obligations. Your afternoons are your own. If you’re energized by a structured morning rhythm, this schedule can be a real advantage.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Kolmac Integrated Behavioral Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive clinical team.

Apply

If this sounds like the environment where you do your best work, we’d like to hear from you. Submit your resume and a brief note on your clinical approach. We review applications on a rolling basis and aim to respond within one week.