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Substance Abuse Counselor Part-Time On-Site

Arundel Lodge Behavioral Health · Edgewater, MD · 1 mo ago
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About The Role

Arundel Lodge is seeking a Substance Abuse Counselor to provide counseling, therapeutic intervention, and recovery-focused support to individuals with mental health and substance use needs. The counselor will deliver individual and group counseling services, including leading both in-person and virtual intensive outpatient (IOP) and outpatient recovery groups. This role requires a strong commitment to the Recovery Model, emphasizing hope, respect, empowerment, and person-centered care.

Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct psychosocial assessments addressing mental health and substance use needs

  • Develop individualized treatment goals and intervention plans in accordance with clinical standards and agency policies

  • Interview clients, families, and referral sources to determine interest in and eligibility for services

  • Review clinical documents to inform treatment planning

  • Provide individual, group, and family counseling using established clinical modalities such as psychotherapy, CBT, crisis intervention, and task-centered approaches

  • Lead intensive outpatient (IOP) and outpatient recovery groups, both onsite and virtually

  • Develop recovery-specific plans of care, coordinate with external providers, and provide follow-up and case management related to legal, health, or mental health needs

  • Care Coordination & Discharge Planning

  • Develop appropriate discharge plans and connect clients to community-based supports

  • Ensure continuity of care by coordinating with families, significant others, and external partners

  • Complete all documentation in accordance with Arundel Lodge policies, COMAR, state/federal regulations, and accreditation standards

  • Maintain strict confidentiality and comply with all privacy and ethical guidelines

  • Attend staff meetings, trainings, and committee activities; may hold leadership roles as needed

  • Participate in cross-coverage and on-call rotation

  • Support continuous improvement of program services and agency initiatives

  • Engage in supervision, continuing education, and professional development

  • Support training of interns and allied health professionals when appropriate

Additional Duties

  • Perform administrative tasks as needed to support the Outpatient Mental Health Clinic (OMHC)

  • Perform other related duties as assigned

Additional Skills

  • Strong commitment to the Recovery Model and person-centered care

  • Excellent interpersonal, communication, and documentation skills

  • Experience leading therapeutic groups preferred

Why Join Arundel Lodge?

Arundel Lodge offers a collaborative environment grounded in respect, empowerment, and recovery-centered philosophy. You will be supported with ongoing training, professional development opportunities, and a mission-driven culture dedicated to improving the lives of individuals in our community.

Qualifications

  • Required: CSC-AD, CAC-AD, or LCADC OR LCSW-C or LCPC with relevant experience in substance use treatment

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