Addictions Counselor

Project Chesapeake•Centreville, MD

About The Position

Project Chesapeake provides addiction treatment, behavioral health therapy, and treatment for individuals with a dual diagnosis. The organization is seeking a reliable, professional, and motivated full-time Addictions Counselor for its outpatient setting. The mission is to help individuals develop a positive, sober lifestyle and make changes that support successful independent living. The counselor runs outpatient and intensive outpatient substance use disorder groups and completes clinical documentation under the supervision of an LCSW-C. The role also participates in multidisciplinary care and requires occasional training and maintenance of licensure requirements. The position offers two schedule options: Monday through Thursday, 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., and Friday, 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.; or Monday through Thursday, 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., for a four-day work week. Pay varies by licensure and is listed as $52,000 to $65,000 per year.

Requirements

Hold an active ADT, CSC-AD, CAC-AD, LMSW, or LGPC license in the State of Maryland.
Have at least 2 years of experience with a substance use disorder population.
Be computer literate and have experience working with electronic medical records (EMR) systems.
Demonstrate sound judgment, professionalism, and compassion for client care.
Have excellent documentation and communication skills.
Be familiar with DHMH/CARF requirements.

Responsibilities

Run outpatient and intensive outpatient substance use disorder groups.
Complete substance use disorder assessments, treatment plans, group notes, and other clinical documentation under the supervision of an LCSW-C.
Participate in a multidisciplinary team to maintain excellent client care and treatment.
Attend occasional trainings and maintain licensure requirements.