In-Person Recovery Counselor — Substance Abuse

K&I Healthcare Services, LLC; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance (medical, dental, and

Paid time off

Job summary

K&I Healthcare Services seeks a Substance Abuse Counselor in Baltimore, MD, to work in-person with clients to establish coping skills and relapse prevention plans after completing the Intensive Outpatient Program.

The role requires an active Maryland CAC-AD or ADT license, 1–3 years in behavioral health, strong communication skills, and proficiency with ICANotes. Salary is $25.00–$30.00/hr, 40 hours/week, in-person setting.

Qualifications

• Must possess Maryland CAC-AD or ADT licensure.
• 1-3 years' experience in behavioral healthcare or substance abuse.
• Knowledge of dual diagnosis case management.
• Excellent verbal and written communication required.
• Proficient with ICANotes is a plus.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to prioritize workload and meet deadlines.
• Confidentiality and cultural sensitivity.
• Empathy for diverse gender and cultural groups.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate clients' mental and physical health, addiction, or problem behavior and assess readiness for treatment.
• Assist clients in developing treatment goals and plans, including education about medically assisted treatment options and referral/collaboration with medical teams.
• Review and recommend treatment options with clients and families; partner with IOP staff on aftercare.
• Assist clients develop skills and behaviors necessary to recover from addiction.
• Work with clients to identify behaviors or situations that interfere with recovery.
• Educate families about addiction and help them develop coping strategies.
• Refer clients to other resources and services, such as support groups and job placement services.
• Conduct outreach programs to identify signs of addiction and steps to avoid such behavior.
• Perform any other job-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Customer relations

Multitasking

Cultural sensitivity

Education

Associate degree (Preferred)

Tools

ICANotes

Microsoft Office

Case management software

Job description

K&I Healthcare Services seeks a Substance Abuse Counselor in Baltimore, MD, to work in-person with clients to establish coping skills and relapse prevention plans after completing the Intensive Outpatient Program.

The role requires an active Maryland CAC-AD or ADT license, 1–3 years in behavioral health, strong communication skills, and proficiency with ICANotes. Salary is $25.00–$30.00/hr, 40 hours/week, in-person setting.