Licensed Behavioral Health/Substance Abuse Professional
About The Position
Innovative Therapeutic Services (ITS) is seeking a Licensed Behavioral Health Professional (Substance Abuse) to provide mental health and substance use services to children and adolescents in a juvenile detention center setting. This role focuses on screening, assessment, documentation, and psychoeducational interventions for justice-involved youth with substance use concerns. The ideal candidate is a licensed substance abuse professional in Maryland who is experienced in working with adolescents, knowledgeable in standardized screening tools, and committed to delivering ethical, trauma-informed care. Onboarding and required training are expected to begin in February 2026, with staff assuming their full clinical roles effective March 1, 2026 .
Requirements
- Master’s Degree in Counseling, Psychology, or Social Work
- Required Licensure: LCADC, active and in good standing in the state of Maryland
- Minimum of 3 years of counseling experience
- Required experience working with children and adolescents in a juvenile detention center setting
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and internet-based systems
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Willing to complete a federal and state background check
- Reliable transportation
- Strong organizational and leadership skills
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple responsibilities
- Flexibility, creativity, and strong problem-solving abilities
- Commitment to ethical practice and high-quality clinical care
Responsibilities
- Provide substance use and behavioral health services to children and adolescents in a juvenile detention center setting
- Review each SASSI-A2 within 24 hours of youth intake
- Re-administer the SASSI-A2 within 24 hours if results are invalid, the youth refuses screening, or intake screening was not completed
- Complete substance abuse screening notes and document all clinical contact in the youth’s record
- Conduct comprehensive substance use assessments as needed
- Prepare biopsychosocial assessments in compliance with Department-approved formats
- Document clinical recommendations in the youth’s record and communicate findings to case managers to support care coordination
- Facilitate weekly one-hour psychoeducational groups for youth
- Attend clinical staff meetings as scheduled
- Perform other duties as assigned
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match (salaried employees)
- Paid time off, sick leave, and holiday pay (salaried employees)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Discounted perks through ADP
- Free trainings and CEUs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
