Impactful Outpatient Substance Use Counselor

BayMark Health Services, Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 39,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K match

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Short & Long Term Disability

Paid Time Off

Bereavement Leave

Flexible Sick Time

Employee Referral Program

Job summary

BayMark Health Services, Inc. seeks a Compassionate Substance Use Disorder Counselor/Intern to assist patients through medically assisted treatment and recovery strategies.

The role includes individual and group counseling, crisis support, and collaboration with physicians and nurses to improve patient outcomes. The counselor conducts assessments and develops care plans, with a focus on crisis management and coping skills.

Qualifications

• Must hold a CAC I or higher.
• Certified CDP or eligible to take certification in DC.
• Satisfactory criminal background check and drug screen.

Responsibilities

• Completes Bio-psychosocial assessment
• Provide individual and group counseling; direct service hours; coordinate services
• 55% direct services to clients
• Develop aftercare and discharge plans
• Conducts quality assurance file reviews
• Maintains accurate clinical records per Federal/State regulations
• Other related duties as determined by supervisor

Skills

CAC familiarity

Education

CAC I or higher

Certified CDP in DC or eligible

Criminal background check & drug screen

Job description

BayMark Health Services, Inc. seeks a Compassionate Substance Use Disorder Counselor/Intern to assist patients through medically assisted treatment and recovery strategies.

The role includes individual and group counseling, crisis support, and collaboration with physicians and nurses to improve patient outcomes. The counselor conducts assessments and develops care plans, with a focus on crisis management and coping skills.