Compassionate Substance Use Counselor - Outpatient Care

BayMark Health Services; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K match

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability protection

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Bereavement Leave

Flexible Sick Time

Employee Referral Program

Job summary

BayMark Health Services is seeking a compassionate Substance Abuse Counselor to support patients through medically assisted programs, conduct group and individual sessions, and help manage crisis situations. The role involves evaluating progress and collaborating with doctors, nurses and therapists to optimize treatment outcomes.

Responsibilities include initial assessments, involving families, developing treatment and discharge plans, addressing patient concerns, and coordinating with the

Qualifications

• Must hold relevant certification or licensure as required by the State of Maryland.
• Possession of a valid counseling license or certification equivalent to the stated credentials.
• Experience in substance abuse counseling is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conducts initial assessments and evaluation interviews for service eligibility.
• Involve families and significant others in the recovery process whenever possible.
• Facilitates, establishes and reviews initial treatment plans with each patient.
• Responds to patient grievances and complaints as needed.
• Develops aftercare and discharge plans.
• Other related duties as determined by supervisor.

Skills

Crisis management

Group counseling

Assessment & evaluation

Collaboration with medical staff

Education

Licensure as Counselor (MD)

Job description

BayMark Health Services is seeking a compassionate Substance Abuse Counselor to support patients through medically assisted programs, conduct group and individual sessions, and help manage crisis situations. The role involves evaluating progress and collaborating with doctors, nurses and therapists to optimize treatment outcomes.

Responsibilities include initial assessments, involving families, developing treatment and discharge plans, addressing patient concerns, and coordinating with the