Licensed Addictions Counselor — Flexible Schedule

Gaudenzia, Inc.; Owings Mills (MD); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Excellent benefits

On-the-job training

Upward mobility

Educational assistance

Job summary

Gaudenzia, Inc. in Owings Mills, MD seeks a qualified Addictions Counselor to support clients on their recovery journey. The role involves managing caseloads, conducting assessments, developing treatment plans, and documenting care in the EHR.

Flexible scheduling with potential evening sessions; compensation ranges from $26.44 to $34.61 per hour, based on certification and experience. Competitive benefits and on-the-job training are offered.

Qualifications

• All counseling candidates must have at minimum an Alcohol and Drug Trainee certification (ADT) through the Maryland Board of Professional Counselors and Therapists.
• Acceptable degrees include Social Work, Psychology, Addiction, Counseling, Human Services, Criminal Justice, and more.

Responsibilities

• Be responsible for a caseload of clients, as identified by program requirements and in accordance with state regulations.
• Complete required evaluations and assessments, including screening, intake, clinical assessments, ASAM and biopsychosocial histories.
• Complete individual treatment plans upon client's admission.
• Document all clinical services and interventions performed within the client's electronic health record and complete monthly treatment reports.
• Maintain accurate electronic health records on each client and ensure timely completion of tasks (within 24 hours, no later than 72 hours).
• Conduct individual and group sessions based on client's treatment plan goals and level of care.
• Participate in funding source reviews and make recommendations for treatment and lengths of stay.
• Monitor client progress and adjust treatment plans as needed.
• Coordinate with agency and community resources to ensure a thorough treatment plan.
• Assist clients with developing discharge/continuing care plans and connecting to resources needed to reach personal goals during and after treatment.
• Follow up with clients after discharge per regulatory guidelines until established with other case management/social services.

Education

Alcohol and Drug Trainee certification (ADT) – Maryland Board of Professional Counselors and Therapists

Maryland licensure options: CSC-AD, CAC-AD, LGADC, LGPC, LCPC, LCADC, LICSW/LCSW

Job description

Gaudenzia, Inc. in Owings Mills, MD seeks a qualified Addictions Counselor to support clients on their recovery journey. The role involves managing caseloads, conducting assessments, developing treatment plans, and documenting care in the EHR.

Flexible scheduling with potential evening sessions; compensation ranges from $26.44 to $34.61 per hour, based on certification and experience. Competitive benefits and on-the-job training are offered.