SUD Therapist – Day IOP

Kolmac-Integrated-Behavioral-Health; Columbia (MD); On-site; USD 71,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

STAR Recognition Program

Employee Referral Bonus

Clinical Supervision

Free Financial Advisor

Employee Discounts

PTO

Job summary

Kolmac Integrated Behavioral Health in Columbia, MD seeks a Substance Use Disorder Therapist to provide evidence-based outpatient care in a collaborative team. This PRN/Full-Time role emphasizes client-centered treatment and systematic documentation to support recovery goals.

You will conduct assessments, facilitate groups, and coordinate with referral sources while addressing co-occurring needs. A Master’s degree and 2+ years in SUD are required; Maryland credentials are preferred.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in counseling, social work, or related field.
• 2+ years of experience in the SUD field.
• Strong clinical, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Comfort working in an electronic medical record system.
• Familiarity with recovery modalities (12‑Step, SMART Recovery, Harm Reduction, etc.).
• Flexible, team‑oriented mindset with growth-minded energy.
• If in personal recovery: minimum of 3 years sobriety (5+ preferred).

Responsibilities

• Build collaborative treatment alliances with patients, adapting to evolving clinical needs.
• Facilitate addiction treatment groups at IOP/OP levels of care.
• Deliver addiction and recovery education presentations.
• Conduct assessments, case management, discharge planning, and coordinate with referrals.
• Address co-occurring psychiatric needs with the team.
• Complete evaluations for SUD using DSM-5 and ASAM criteria.
• Maintain clear, timely clinical documentation meeting state/CARF standards.
• Track outcomes: retention, attendance, completion, goals.
• Share on-call coverage rotating schedule (about one week, a few times/year).
• Apply Motivational Interviewing, CBT, and trauma‑informed care in practice.
• Represent Kolmac/CCG professionally in and out of sessions.

Skills

Motivational Interviewing

CBT

Trauma-Informed Care

Group Therapy

Electronic Medical Records

Education

Master’s degree in Counseling or Social Work

Maryland credentials: CSC-AD/CAC-AD/LGADC/LGPC/LMSW/LCADC/LCSW or LCSW-C

Tools

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Job description

Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Therapist – PRN

Columbia, Maryland | Full-Time | Pay: $34–$44/hour pending experience

Make a Real Difference, Every Day

At Kolmac Integrated Behavioral Health and Concerted Care Group (CCG), we've been changing lives through evidence-based addiction and mental health treatment since 1973. As one of the Mid-Atlantic's leading outpatient providers, we're looking for a compassionate, skilledSUD Therapistto join our Columbia, MD team and help patients build lasting recovery.

If you're passionate about client-centered care, thrive in a collaborative, interdisciplinary environment, and want to grow your clinical skills alongside a team that genuinely has your back — we'd love to meet you.

Why Kolmac + CCG?

• 50+ years of impactas a trusted name in outpatient addiction treatment
• Aculture of diversity, equity, and inclusionwoven into how we treat patients and support employees
• Aninnovative, integrated care modelthat empowers clinicians to do their best work
• Real investment in your growth — training, tuition support, and clear paths to develop your craft
• A team that's still growing, with room for you to grow with us

What You'll Do

• Build genuine, collaborative treatment alliances with patients, adapting to their evolving clinical needs
• Facilitate addiction treatment groups at the IOP and OP levels of care
• Deliver engaging addiction and recovery education presentations
• Conduct assessments, case management, discharge planning, and coordinate with referral sources and other providers
• Partner with the treatment team to address co-occurring psychiatric needs
• Complete evaluations for substance use disorders using DSM-5 and ASAM criteria
• Maintain clear, timely clinical documentation that meets state and CARF standards
• Track and contribute to measurable outcomes — retention, attendance, program completion, and treatment goal achievement
• Share on-call coverage on a rotating basis (about one week, a few times per year) to support patients in crisis
• Bring your experience in Motivational Interviewing, CBT, and trauma-informed care into daily practice
• Represent Kolmac/CCG with professionalism and positive energy, in and out of session

Direct patient care makes up roughly 55% of the role, depending on program needs.

What You Bring

• Master’s degree in counseling, Social Work, Marriage & Family Therapy, or related field
  • Credentials (one of the following): CSC-AD, CAC-AD, LGADC, LGPC, LMSW, LCADC, LCSW, or LCSW-C (Maryland)
• 2+ years of experiencein the SUD field (group treatment experience a plus, not required)
• Strong clinical, verbal, and written communication skills
• Comfort working in an electronic medical record system
• Familiarity with a range of recovery modalities — 12-Step, SMART Recovery, Harm Reduction, Recovery Dharma, Women for Sobriety, and more
• A flexible, creative, team-first mindset, ready to grow with an expanding program
• If in personal recovery:minimum of 3 years continuous sobriety required (5+ preferred)

What We Offer

Benefits Include:

• STAR Recognition Program– Quarterly company-sponsored trip for highlighted individuals.
• Employee Referral Bonus– Earn rewards through our tiered referral program when you help us bring great people on board
• Clinical Supervision– Ongoing professional support to help you grow in your career
• Free Financial Advisor– Personalized financial guidance at no cost to you
• Employee Discounts– Exclusive savings through Working Advantage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)– Confidential support for life’s challenges, available when you need it
• PTO– Start with 15 days and accrue more over time
• Paid Holidays– 7 paid holidays per year
• Medical, Dental & Vision– Multiple plan options to fit your needs, including Kaiser Permanente with wellness and self-care resources
• Tax-Advantaged Savings– HSA, HRA, and FSA options available
• Disability Coverage– Company-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Life Insurance– Company-provided coverage for your peace of mind

About Us

Kolmac Outpatient Recovery and Concerted Care Group (CCG) have joined forces to deliver comprehensive addiction and behavioral health treatment for individuals, couples, families, and groups acrossMaryland, DC, Virginia, Delaware, and Pennsylvania. We're proud of our history — and even more excited about where we're headed. Come build the next chapter with us.

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