Addictions Counselor - Full Time (Maryland Programs)

About the role

We are seeking an experienced (licensed or certified) and motivated Addictions Counselor to join our mission-driven organization, committed to helping individuals achieve lasting recovery and improved well-being. Our mission is to promote long-term recovery by providing comprehensive treatment and support to people with substance use disorders, co-occurring mental health disorders, and related conditions, regardless of individual circumstances. Join a team that shows up for each other as much as we show up for our clients — your purpose fuels progress, for yourself and others.

Locations

We are currently hiring for our Crownsville, Owings Mills, Glen Burnie, and Baltimore programs.

Pay

Compensation range: $26.44 – $34.61 per hour based upon education, credentials, and experience.

Schedule

• Flexible start and end times with either an 8 am–4 pm or 9 am–5 pm schedule Monday through Friday.
• Some flexibility for weekends and holidays.
• Counselors may be asked to adjust their hours one day per week to accommodate evening sessions (e.g., 11 am–7 pm or 12 pm–8 pm shift).

Qualifications

• Minimum: Alcohol and Drug Trainee certification (ADT) through the Maryland Board of Professional Counselors and Therapists.
• Preferred: CSC-AD, CAC-AD, LGADC, LGPC, LCPC, LCADC, or LICSW/LCSW.
• Compensation based on current level of certification/licensure and years of experience.
• All experience must have been performed in the Human Services field.
• Acceptable degrees include (but are not limited to): Social Work, Psychology, Addiction, Counseling, Human Services, Criminal Justice, and related fields.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of clients as identified by program requirements and in accordance with state regulations.
• Complete required evaluations and assessments, including screening, intake, clinical assessments, ASAM and biopsychosocial histories.
• Develop individual treatment plans upon client admission.
• Document all clinical services and interventions in the client’s electronic health record and complete monthly treatment reports.
• Maintain accurate electronic health records and ensure timely completion of tasks — within 24 hours of service delivery, no later than 72 hours.
• Conduct individual and group sessions based on client treatment plan goals and level of care.
• Participate in funding source reviews and make recommendations for treatment and lengths of stay.
• Monitor client progress and adjust treatment plans as needed.
• Coordinate with agency and community resources to ensure a thorough treatment plan.
• Assist clients with developing a discharge/continuing care plan and connecting to resources needed to reach personal goals during treatment and in advance of discharge.
• Follow up with clients after discharge based on regulatory guidelines until they have been established with other case management/social services.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Excellent benefits
• On-the-job training
• Upward mobility
• Educational assistance to help you grow in this life-saving field