Substance Abuse Counselor (Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences)

Johns Hopkins University•Baltimore, MD

2d•$20 - $35•Onsite

About The Position

Cornerstone at Helping Up Mission is seeking a casual Substance Abuse Counselor to provide counseling and coordinate counseling activities according to protocol for clients aged 18 and over. The role provides rehabilitation counseling to clients with substance use disorders using multiple treatment modalities, including Reinforcement-Based Treatment, an evidence-based approach that combines motivational interviewing with structured participation in work and social activities. The counselor develops person-centered treatment plans and keeps them current in accordance with COMAR regulations, Johns Hopkins policies, and CARF standards. The position coordinates clients’ participation in activities aligned with treatment goals, maintains contact with family members or significant others, connects clients to community resources, monitors urine results and adjusts treatment plans as appropriate, and handles client activity data and related administrative duties. The position is casual/on-call, approximately 10–12 hours per week, with a varying Monday–Friday schedule and some evening and weekend hours.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, or another related field.
At the time of hire, possess at least one credential recognized by the Maryland Board of Professional Counselors and Therapists: Alcohol and Drug Trainee status, CSC-AD, CAC-AD, LGADC, LCADC, LGPC, LCPC, or LCSW; credentials must be maintained throughout employment.
Computer experience.
Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to interact effectively with clients, management, Helping Up Mission personnel and partners, and people from diverse cultures.
Excellent organizational skills and the ability to balance multiple assignments.
Flexible hours, including some evenings and weekends.

Nice To Haves

Experience providing counseling services to adults.

Responsibilities

Provide rehabilitation counseling to clients with substance use disorders using multiple treatment modalities, including Reinforcement-Based Treatment.
Create person-centered treatment plans and maintain updated plans in accordance with COMAR regulations, Johns Hopkins policies, and CARF standards.
Coordinate clients’ engagement in events consistent with treatment goals, including clinic appointments, NA/CA/AA meetings, employment appointments, and recreational activities.
Initiate and maintain contact with clients’ family members and/or significant others.
Coordinate access to community resources, including job training, housing, recreation, and drug-free social contacts.
Monitor caseload urine results and adjust clients’ treatment plans accordingly.
Enter client activity data.
Inform the appropriate staff member of supplies and equipment needs related to client services.
Comply with reporting requirements of state and local agencies, the Department of Psychiatry, and CARF.
Provide backup for other research and administrative duties.
Complete other duties as assigned by the Director and/or Clinical Supervisor.