Substance Use Disorder Counselor

Mdwellness; Salisbury (MD); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO 120 hours annually

Comprehensive Medical Coverage (ICHRA)

Life Insurance (MDW Term Life)

401(k) Retirement Plan with company 1:

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Annual Incentive Plan

In-office training and onboarding with

Ongoing clinical supervision

Job summary

Maryland Wellness is seeking a SUD Counselor to support clients in recovery, providing individual and group therapy, completing assessments, and coordinating care across services. This role requires in-office presence five days a week as the program relaunches across the state.

The counselor will maintain caseloads, implement evidence-based practices, and ensure documentation accuracy while collaborating with treatment teams and external resources to promote client growth and stability.

Qualifications

• Ability to deliver quality of care in line with local, state, and federal laws.
• HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2 confidentiality regulations.
• Ability to engage a diverse population with empathy and professionalism.
• Maintains confidentiality and professional ethics.
• Strong written and verbal communication; proficient with clinical documentation.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a client caseload in both individual and group settings.
• Develop and implement evidence-based group programs and curricula.
• Complete intakes and assess level of care for clients.
• Conduct substance use assessments and coordinate referrals.
• Link clients to government and community resources as needed.
• Monitor and support client physical and mental health.
• Coordinate with other providers and stakeholders as required.
• Collect confidential information from court systems and law enforcement.
• Ensure compliance with policies and state regulations for SUD IOP/OP.
• Complete case notes within 24–48 hours.
• Review Urinalysis results and write discharge summaries.

Skills

HIPAA compliance

Strong communication

Record keeping

Client assessment

Group facilitation

Ethical conduct

Education

Associate's degree in Social Work, Professional Counseling, Addictions, or related field

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Social Work, Professional Counseling, Addictions, or related field

Job description

About Maryland Wellness

At Maryland Wellness, we foster hope, dignity, and growth by providing compassionate behavioral health and wellness services and the skills needed to strengthen lives, relationships, and communities. Our vision is a Maryland where every individual has access to behavioral health and wellness support that empowers them to heal, grow, thrive, and reach their full potential.

At our Eastern Shore location, we are committed to serving a community that deserves consistent, compassionate, and clinically strong care. We are looking for a provider who shares that commitment and is ready to show up for clients at every stage of their recovery journey. Our team is guided by values of Compassion, Commitment, Respect, Collaboration, Transparency, and Innovation and we extend those same values inward, fostering a supportive workplace where staff feel valued, resourced, and able to do their best work.

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

The SUD Counselor is responsible for supporting clients in adjusting their belief systems and patterns of behavior that has led to continued substance use disorder. This provider utilizes various methods of therapy to effectively communicate and facilitate groups and one on one sessions with clients and their families. The SUD Counselor will complete clinical assessment and determine the level of care that is needed for each client. The individual in this role will organize services and support the facilitation of a client’s recovery and achievement of life goals which improves functioning in the home, school, workplace, and community. This position requires 5 days a week presence in the office as we relaunch this program across the state!

Requirements

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Meet, establish and maintain a client caseload individually and in group settings consistently to work on client goals.
• Assist in developing and implementing evidence-based practices, treatment programs, and curriculum for group sessions.
• Assist with completing intakes and assessing the level of care appropriate for potential clients.
• Perform proper substance abuse assessments with clients and collaborate with referral services.
• Assist and link clients to government and community resources as needed.
• Ensure the maintenance of physical health, mental health and well-being of clients.
• Support client cooperation with treatment recommendations from other providers (therapy, medication management, medical appointments, etc.), and maintain communication with those providers. This may include legal stakeholders and law enforcement.
• Collect confidential information from court systems, law enforcement, and legal entities.
• Ensure client compliance with drug and alcohol use policies.
• Identify symptoms of intoxication and take the proper steps to help the client stabilize.
• Maintain transparency with clients on treatment interventions and goals.
• Report regularly and on-time to the immediate supervisor, and engage in meetings, supervision and training, or make efforts to communicate any tardiness or absenteeism.
• Complete one-on-one notes within a maximum of 24-48 hours.
• Review and update Urinalysis results as part of ongoing treatment to client’s charge.
• Write discharge summaries as needed.
• Ensure compliance with all agency policies and procedures and state regulations governing the provision of Substance Use Disorder IOP/OP.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ability to deliver quality of care in line with the local, state, and federal government laws.
• Ability to deliver quality care in line with the policies and expectations of accreditation bodies such as CARF.
• Ability to strategically, logically, and realistically analyze, evaluate and develop solutions for client’s rehabilitation needs.
• The ability to effectively build relationships with individuals of all ages, race, ethnicity, religion, gender, gender identity, education, and work experience.
• Maintains confidentiality and all regulations regarding HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2.
• Exhibits professionalism and a friendly demeanor, and is a positive representative of the company.
• Solid written and verbal communication skills.
• Comfort with computers and technology as needed to input clinical documentation.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple clients and scheduling.
• Reliable, ethical, and honest work ethic.

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:

• Minimum of Associate's degree in Social Work, Professional Counseling, Addictions, or related field required.
• Bachelor or Master’s degree in Social Work, Professional Counseling, Addictions, or related field preferred.
• Minimum of one year experience with a diverse population in the field of mental health and/or addictions is preferred but not required.

REQUIRED CERTIFICATION OR LICENSE:

ADT, CSC-AD, CAC-AD, LGADC, LGPC, LMSW

What We Offer

• Generous Paid Time Off: 120 hours of PTO annually, plus 9 paid holidays each year
• Comprehensive Medical Coverage: ICHRA plan with employer reimbursement, giving you flexibility in choosing the coverage that fits you
• Life Insurance: Automatic enrollment into MDW's Term Life Insurance Plan at no cost to you
• 401(k) Retirement Plan: Eligible the first of the month following 30 days of employment, with a discretionary company match available after one year of service
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Free, confidential support available to you and your household for the professional and personal challenges that come up in life
• Annual Incentive Plan: Eligible employees have the opportunity to earn additional incentive compensation on top of base salary
• In office training and structured onboarding, including a supported 90 day introductory period as you settle into the role
• Ongoing clinical supervision and professional development support
• A collaborative, mission driven team environment, where staff are valued, resourced, and set up to do their best work