Substance Abuse Counselor - Flexible Hours & Growth

Behavioral Health Group - BHG; Washington, Baltimore (District of Columbia, MD); On-site; USD 37,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules

Early in/early out hours

No nights and no Sundays

Generous paid time off

Holidays off

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Life insurance and disability

Competitive discretionary 401(k) match

Competitive compensation

Quarterly bonus potential

Licensing/Certification incentives

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Self-care and wellness services

Exclusive discounts

Role-based training programs

Developmental opportunities

Clinical supervision hours

Certification support

Career advancement pathways

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Behavioral Health Group - BHG in Washington, DC is seeking a compassionate Counselor to support patient-centered care and recovery. You’ll conduct counseling sessions, help develop treatment plans, and build meaningful connections with patients.

This role offers a Monday–Friday schedule with a rotating Saturday shift, a pay rate of $32/hr plus a bonus structure, and comprehensive benefits to support work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in human services or related field.
• CAC I, CAC II, LGPC, LGSW, LICSW, or LPC in Washington, DC required.
• Meet state-level requirements.
• Must have a bachelor’s degree (or higher).

Responsibilities

• Build trusting relationships by providing individual and group counseling for people recovering from drug use and alcohol disorders.
• Welcome new and returning patients by guiding them through the intake and orientation process.
• Connect patients with community resources and help them access the support they need.
• Follow up on referrals and perform necessary follow-ups.
• Foster an inclusive environment where every patient is treated with dignity, respect, and compassion.
• Comply with all federal, state, and local regulatory agency requirements.
• Develop, update, and maintain individualized treatment plans and accurate patient records
• Collect and assess information about each patient's social, educational, economic, and vocational needs to provide care.
• Respond to crisis situations with compassion while completing required documentation.

Skills

Counseling

Empathy

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in human services

Master's degree in human services or related field

Job description

Behavioral Health Group - BHG in Washington, DC is seeking a compassionate Counselor to support patient-centered care and recovery. You’ll conduct counseling sessions, help develop treatment plans, and build meaningful connections with patients.

This role offers a Monday–Friday schedule with a rotating Saturday shift, a pay rate of $32/hr plus a bonus structure, and comprehensive benefits to support work-life balance.