Substance Use Counselor II - Lead Counseling & Education

University of Maryland Medical System; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Maryland Medical System seeks a Substance Use Counselor II to join a multidisciplinary treatment team. You will evaluate patients and coordinate individual and group counseling using patient education, behavior modification and relapse prevention.

The role emphasizes clinical leadership, education, and participation in quality initiatives to enhance counseling practice. A Bachelor’s degree and relevant licensure are required, with two years of SUD counseling experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree is required.
• Two years of SUD counseling experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide a full range of clinical counseling services for patients.
• Lead unit-based clinical practice improvements and professional development.
• Participate in performance improvement initiatives and quality monitoring.
• Educate and supervise Counselor I and interns.
• Promote readiness for accreditation and ongoing monitoring.
• Engage in unit-based research activities and peer reviews.

Skills

SUD knowledge

Ethics & confidentiality

Communication skills

Cultural competence

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Counselor licenses

Job description

University of Maryland Medical System seeks a Substance Use Counselor II to join a multidisciplinary treatment team. You will evaluate patients and coordinate individual and group counseling using patient education, behavior modification and relapse prevention.

The role emphasizes clinical leadership, education, and participation in quality initiatives to enhance counseling practice. A Bachelor’s degree and relevant licensure are required, with two years of SUD counseling experience preferred.