Addictions Specialist

Anne Arundel County Department of Health; Annapolis (MD); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Participation in the County’s group health plan

Paid holidays

Sick leave

Optional deferred compensation program

Job summary

Anne Arundel County Department of Health is seeking a qualified candidate for a Full-Time County Contractual positions, providing counseling services to individuals under the Road to Recovery Opioid Treatment Program. Located in Annapolis, this role requires an Associate degree in addictions counseling and experience in substance use disorder treatments.

The position offers a salary range of $50,000 - $60,000 per year, with benefits including participation in the County’s group health plan and paid holidays.

Qualifications

• Working with individuals on Medication in the Treatment of Opioid Use Disorder (MOUD).
• Knowledge of the ASAM levels of care and DSM-5 criteria for Opioid Use Disorder.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct counseling services under the supervision of the Clinical Supervisor.
• Deliver services at the community clinic and the detention center.

Skills

Counseling individuals receiving treatment

Understanding of pharmacotherapeutic medications

Conducting screenings and assessments

Education

Associate degree in addictions counseling

Job description

Salary: $50,000 - $60,000 per year

Posted Date: 10/31/2025

Closing Date: Continuous

Bureau: Behavioral Health Services | Road to Recovery

Position: Full‑Time County Contractual, open to all qualified candidates.

Location: 711 Bestgate Road, Annapolis, MD 21401 and Jennifer Road Detention Center

Hours: Monday - Friday, 6:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. or 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Benefits: Participation in the County’s group health plan (prescription, dental, and optical), paid holidays, and sick leave. Optional deferred compensation program at employee's own expense.

Job Description

Under the supervision of the Clinical Supervisor, provide direct counseling services to individuals receiving treatment under the Road to Recovery Opioid Treatment Program. This includes service delivery at the community clinic on Bestgate Road in Annapolis and at the Jennifer Road Detention Center.

Education

Associate degree in addictions counseling or related field from an accredited college or university.

Minimum Qualifications

Associate degree in addictions counseling or related field from an accredited college or university.

Experience

• Working with individuals on Medication in the Treatment of Opioid Use Disorder (MOUD), as evidenced by employment history.
• Understanding and knowledge of the pharmacotherapeutic medications used to treat opioid use disorder.
• Experience conducting screenings and assessments for substance use disorder treatment with knowledge of ASAM levels of care and DSM‑5 criteria for Opioid Use Disorder.

License or Certification

• Good standing as a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW), Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor (LGPC), Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC), Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LCADC), Licensed Clinical Social Worker – Certified (LCSW‑C) or Certification by the Board of Professional Counselors as a CAC‑AD, CSC‑AD, or ADT.

Notes

Candidates with a Bachelor’s degree in sociology, addictions counseling, health and human services, social work, or related major from an accredited college or university, OR a Master’s degree in counseling or social work from an accredited college or university, will also be considered.

Desired or Preferred Qualifications

Experience providing counseling to individuals with substance use disorders in an Opioid Treatment Program (OTP) setting or other Substance Use Disorder (SUD) treatment setting is preferred.

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