Licensed Substance Use Counselor

American Psychiatric Group.; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

American Psychiatric Group in Maryland seeks a Licensed Clinical Substance Use Counselor (LCADC) to join our group practice. The clinician will provide counseling services and assist with planning, ensuring compliance with applicable regulations.

The role emphasizes assessments, individual/family therapy, and group therapy involvement with SUD services, including documentation and care coordination within EMR systems.

Qualifications

• Must have at least 5 years working in substance use disorder treatment.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Familiar with state regulations, CARF standards, and DEA regulations where applicable.
• Proficient in electronic medical records and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Conduct Substance Use Assessments.
• Conduct Individual and Family therapy.
• Assist in IOP and SUD group therapy.
• Develop SUD Treatment Plans every 90 days.

Skills

Communication skills

EMR proficiency

Education

Master’s degree in Behavioral Health or Substance Use related field

Job description

Job Overview:

A Group Practice looking for an Licensed Clinical Substance Use Counselor (LCADC) to join our team. This individual provides counseling services and assists with the long and short-term planning, and compliance with federal, state, local, and independent regulatory statutes.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conduct Substance Use Assessments
• Conduct Individual/Family therapy
• Assist in IOP and SUD group therapy
• Conduct SUD Treatment Plans every (90) days.

• Sets a standard of clinical and professional excellence providing clear expectations and accountability for all clinical staff.
• Safeguards model fidelity ensuring that an evidence-based, harm reduction approach to patient care is promoted and practiced.
• Promotes the organizations image in a positive and professional manner.
• Other duties as assigned.

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Qualifications - Education and Experience:

• Must Haves:
  • Master’s degree in a Behavioral Health and/or Substance Use related field (Example- Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, etc).
  • Experience providing group and individual counseling to individuals with substance use and co-occurring psychiatric disorders.
  • Familiar with state regulations, CARF standards, and DEA regulations – when necessary.
  • Must have a minimum of 5 years working within the field of substance use disorder treatment.
    
  • Exhibits excellent written and oral communication skills.
  • Excellent documentation and computer skills required, including the use of electronic medical records.
  • Is engaging with staff and patients while promoting accountability that supports the organizations clinical outcomes metrics.
  • Knowledge of local community drug trends, the effects of the body and cognitive functioning of drugs of abuse, signs and symptoms of narcotic overdose, psychosocial implications of addictive disease, the process of addiction and treatment, social science, economic, legal, and medical systems, HIV transmission, behavioral and emotional implications of addiction.
  • Compliance with the ethical and professional standards and practices of counselors and therapists.
  • Initiative to lead and be proactive in critical situations. Advanced problem solving and decision-making skills.

Qualifications - Licenses and Other Required Credentials:

• LCADC, LCPC, LCSW-C in Maryland
• Must be able to practice independently