Substance Use Counselor Trainee – Empower Recovery

MedMark Treatment Centers; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 44,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K match

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Accident & Hospital Indemnity Plans

Short & Long Term Disability

Basic Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Bereavement Leave

Flexible Sick Time

Employee Referral Program

Job summary

MedMark Treatment Centers is seeking a Compassionate Substance Abuse Counselor Trainee to support patients through medically assisted programs and coping strategies for opioid addiction. The role includes leading group and individual sessions, evaluating progress, and collaborating with doctors, nurses, and therapists to optimize treatment outcomes.

The position requires ADT or ADT eligibility in Maryland, with prior experience in treating chemically dependent individuals considered a plus.

Qualifications

• Must hold an ADT or ADT eligible status in the State of Maryland.
• Experience working with chemically dependent individuals is a plus.
• Satisfactory criminal background and drug screen.

Responsibilities

• Conducts initial assessment and evaluation interviews for service eligibility.
• Facilitates and reviews initial treatment plan with each patient.
• Completes Bio-psychosocial assessment.
• Involves families and significant others in recovery when possible.
• Develops aftercare and discharge plans.
• Able to handle stressful situations and interact with others.
• Other duties as determined by supervisor.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Crisis intervention

Education

ADT eligible status in Maryland

Job description

MedMark Treatment Centers is seeking a Compassionate Substance Abuse Counselor Trainee to support patients through medically assisted programs and coping strategies for opioid addiction. The role includes leading group and individual sessions, evaluating progress, and collaborating with doctors, nurses, and therapists to optimize treatment outcomes.

The position requires ADT or ADT eligibility in Maryland, with prior experience in treating chemically dependent individuals considered a plus.