Outpatient Substance Use Counselor

Area Substance Abuse Council Inc; Clinton (MD); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading community organization as an Outpatient Counselor, providing essential evaluations and counseling services for individuals struggling with substance use disorders. This role offers a competitive starting salary and a comprehensive benefit package, including health insurance, retirement plans, and generous leave policies. If you have the passion and qualifications to make a positive impact, we encourage you to apply!

Benefits

Health and Dental

403(b) Retirement plan with a match

Generous Vacation, Personal Time and Sick Leave

Fertility Benefits

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Qualifications

• Qualified candidates will have a degree in a related field.
• Candidates with a Master’s degree or CADC are encouraged to apply.
• Must obtain CADC within 18 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive substance use evaluations for new patients.
• Lead group counseling sessions to provide education and support.
• Maintain accurate and confidential records of patient sessions.

Skills

Counseling

Collaboration

Assessment

Facilitation

Education

Degree in Human Services, Substance Abuse Counseling, Social Work, Counseling, Psychology or related field

Job description

Description

Realize a career with meaning—improving lives, strengthening communities, and changing narratives as a member of ASAC. Our work is personal, using lived experiences, proven services, and human connections to help people right here in our community.

Now starting at $24.07 per hour!

We are looking to add an Outpatient Counselor to our team in Clinton. This role will be responsible for conducting comprehensive assessments and facilitating group and individual sessions for patients seeking assistance with substance use disorders.

As the Outpatient Counselor you will:

• Conduct comprehensive substance use evaluations for new patients to determine their individual needs and the level of care required.
• Collaborate with community partners to conduct evaluations in person and via telehealth for incarcerated patients.
• Complete engagement activities and partner with Supervisor to ensure patients exiting incarceration are assigned a regular Counselor upon release.
• Lead group counseling sessions for patients; providing education, support, and guidance in a supportive group setting.
• Collaborate with the clinical team on patients’ individualized treatment plans based on assessment findings, outlining specific goals and objectives.
• Maintain timely, accurate and confidential records of patient sessions, including assessments, treatment plans, progress notes, and group attendance records, in compliance with agency policies and regulations.
• Provide urinalysis monitoring on an as needed basis.

Requirements

Qualified candidates will have a degree in Human Services, Substance Abuse Counseling, Social Work, Counseling, Psychology or related field. Candidates with a Master’s degree and/or current t-CADC, CADC, or license are also encouraged to apply. This position requires staff to obtain a CADC within 18 months of hire, have a valid driver's license and the ability to pass an extensive background check.

Salary and Benefits

ASAC offers competitive compensation with additional compensation for candidates with extensive experience. Full time staff are eligible for a complete benefit package including, Health and Dental, Fertility Benefits, FSA, company paid Life/AD&D/Short and Long Term Disability, Voluntary Life Insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Paid Holidays, a 403(b) Retirement plan with a match and a generous Vacation, Personal Time and Sick Leave Plan.

Join the area’s leader in prevention, treatment, and recovery of substance use disorders and problem gambling. Apply now and take the first step toward a fulfilling career.

ASAC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.