Mental Health Therapist

Avenues Recovery

Salisbury (MD)

On-site

USD 50,000 - 70,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

401K with employer match

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Accident Insurance

Critical Illness Insurance

Legal Coverage

Pet Insurance

Employer-Paid Life and AD&D Insurance

Flexible Spending Account (FSA) - Medical

Job summary

Avenues Recovery is seeking an addictions counselor for their inpatient facility in Cambridge, MD. The ideal candidate will possess at least a Bachelor’s degree in psychology or counseling, along with valid state licensure. Responsibilities include creating tailored treatment plans and conducting therapy sessions. Avenues offers a supportive workplace, generous PTO, and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and a 401K plan. Join us and make a difference in the recovery community!

Qualifications

Must have valid Maryland state licensure/certification.
Strong character that models recovery principles.

Responsibilities

Create individualized evidence-based treatment plans.
Conduct therapy sessions for clients and their families.
Handle all clinical needs and documentation.

Skills

Observational skills

Collaborative skills

Interpersonal skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Boundary-setting

Confidentiality maintenance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in psychology, counseling or related field

Master’s degree (preferred)

Tools

CPR certification

Job description

Who We Are

Avenues Recovery Center is a nationwide network of drug and alcohol rehab centers with 18 locations across 7 states. With an unrivaled evidence-based clinical curriculum and highly individualized care, Avenues continues to set new standards in the world of addiction treatment. Our programs – spanning detox, residential, PHP, IOP and outpatient services – have transformed the lives of thousands to date. But our secret superpower is our people. If you are a talented, passionate clinician looking to make a real difference in the recovery community, the Avenues family warmly welcomes you

We are now hiring addictions counselors for our inpatient detox and residential facility in Cambridge, MD!

What You’ll Do

Create individualized, evidence-based treatment plans for each client
Conduct individual, group, family and couple therapy sessions
Take responsibility for all clinical needs, services, and aftercare for your client caseload
Prevent, intervene and de‑escalate in event of a crisis
Maintain impeccable documentation of client challenges, progress, relapse risk, and intervention
Collaborate with Clinical Director, treatment team and family for seamless coordination of care
Model ethics, morality and recovery principles in every professional interaction – honesty, accountability, dignity and respect

What We’re Looking For

Bachelor’s degree in psychology, counseling or related field required. Master’s degree preferred
Valid Maryland state licensure/certification necessary to practice in this role (ADT, LGPC, LCPC, LCSW, CSC-AD, CAC-AD)
CPR certification required
Excellent observational, collaborative and interpersonal skills
Strong oral and written communication skills
Compassionate, dignified character which models recovery principles
Ability to set strong boundaries and maintain absolute confidentiality

Where You’ll Work

Avenues Recovery Center at Eastern Shore is a 100-bed residential facility which offers inpatient drug and alcohol rehabilitation services. Our expansive building is newly renovated, modern and appealing, offering an array of amenities and a true hotel-like experience. Set on 7.74 acres of picturesque and secluded property, Avenues at Eastern Shore provides the ideal setting for clients to heal, re‑connect and re‑discover themselves. Our multidisciplinary staff include therapists, clinicians, nurses, nurse practitioners, addictions counselors and behavioral health technicians who are trained in all key therapeutic modalities – and all of whom provide compassionate, dignified and unsurpassed care each day.

Why Join Us?

Avenues features a rich, fulfilling workplace culture where each person is valued and greatness is pursued. We support our employees unconditionally, and work to provide them with every resource they need to excel. Aside from generous PTO and compensation, when you join the Avenues family, you’ll be eligible for the following benefits package: