Addictions Counselor

Project Chesapeake; Prince Frederick (MD); On-site; USD 34,000 - 43,000; Part time

Job summary

Project Chesapeake seeks a highly motivated, reliable part-time Addiction Counselor to join our outpatient team in Maryland. The role involves running OP/IOP groups, completing assessments, treatment plans, and documentation under supervision.

Qualifications include Maryland licensure (ADT, CSC-AD, CAC-AD, LMSW or LGPC), at least 2 years' experience with SUD populations, EMR proficiency, and strong documentation/communication skills.

Qualifications

• Active Maryland license in the specified credentials (ADT, CSC-AD, CAC-AD, LMSW or LGPC).
• Minimum 2 years' experience with a substance use disorder population.
• Computer literate with EMR experience.
• Excellent documentation & communication skills.
• Familiarity with DHMH / CARF requirements.

Responsibilities

• Run OP/IOP substance use disorder groups.
• Complete substance use disorder assessments, treatment plans, group notes, and other clinical documentation under supervision.
• Take part in a multi-disciplinary team to maintain excellent client care & treatment.
• Attain occasional trainings & maintain licensure requirements.

Skills

Active Maryland license

EMR experience

Documentation & communication

Professionalism & compassion

Education

Maryland licensure (ADT, CSC-AD, CAC-AD, LMSW or LGPC)

Job description

Project Chesapeake provides quality addiction treatment, behavioral health therapy, & treatment for individuals with a dual diagnosis. We are seeking a highly motivated, reliable, & professional part-time Addiction's Counselor to join our team in an Outpatient setting! Our mission is to provide an opportunity for individuals to learn how to live a positive, sober lifestyle while empowering them to make changes that will lead to successful independent living.

Responsibilities include:

• Run OP / IOP substance use disorder groups.
• Complete substance use disorder assessments, treatment plans, group notes, & other clinical documentation under the supervision of an LCSW-C.
• Take part in a multi-disciplinary team to maintain excellent client care & treatment.
• Attain occasional trainings & maintain licensure requirements.

Qualifications include:

• Active ADT, CSC-AD, CAC-AD, LMSW or LGPC license in the State of Maryland.
• At least 2 years' experience with a substance use disorder population.
• Computer literate & experience working in EMR (Electronic Medical Records) systems.
• Possess sound judgement, professionalism, & compassion for client care.
• Excellent documentation & communication skills.
• Familiarity with DHMH / CARF requirements.

Hours:

• Part-time
• Monday - Thursday from 4:30pm - 8:30pm

Pay:

• Pay varies upon licensure
• $25.00/hr. - $31.25/hr.