*Full Job Description - Substance Use Counselor (CAC or ADT Trainee)*
*Location:* Baltimore, Maryland
*Salary:* $48,000 - $58,000 per year (full-time, DOE)
*Benefits:* Health, Dental, Vision, 401K, Paid Time Off (PTO), Flexible Spending Account
*Setting:*We're offering an exciting opportunity for a Substance Use Counselor who is passionate about community involvement and teamwork.
Join a skilled multidisciplinary team providing in-home treatment as part of Maryland's ACT program.
The daily caseload typically involves 3-5 clients, leaving ample time for charting, team meetings, and some group counseling.
*Daily Life:*Your day starts with a team meeting followed by home visits with clients.
You'll typically work with 3-5 clients daily, allowing time for administrative tasks, charting, and some group counseling sessions.
The schedule is Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM to 5 PM.
Clients are adults with a range of substance use disorders, all registered in the ACT program.
There are no on-call duties, no evening shifts, and no weekend work.
*Perks of the Position:*
* Experience holistic client care
* Collaborate within a treatment team including Nurse Practitioners, therapists, administrative leads, vocational and housing assistants, nurses, and substance use therapists
* Join a well-established organization with a 40-year history of community service
* Benefit from a supportive team and strong collaboration
* Enjoy an excellent work-life balance with no on-call responsibilities and flexible hours
*Requirements:*
* Minimum education level is an Associate’s Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or a related field.
* At least one year of work experience providing substance and/or clinical services
* State of Maryland Board of Professional Counselors and Therapists certification as an ADT Trainee or CSC-AD, CAC-AD
* Experience in conducting needs and risk assessments, with an understanding of crisis management, and previous experience with group counseling and facilitation.
* Preferred experience with the Community Health, Mental Health/Substance Use Disorder Population, and Adult populations.
* Possession of a current driver's license with a clean driving record
*Responsibilities:*
* Manage your client caseload, including initial and follow-up notes
* Complete documentation and charting following established policies and procedures
* Collaborate with other professionals on the client's treatment team to develop, coordinate, or integrate treatment plans
* Maintain detailed patient progress records
* Adhere to organizational standards and policies, code of ethics, legal aspects of clinical practice, professional standards, duty to warn, abuse and neglect reporting policies and procedures, and maintain professionalism at all times.
Join our team in Baltimore, Maryland, and play a critical role in supporting individuals with substance use disorders in the community.
Enjoy the benefits of a flexible work schedule, a supportive work environment, and extensive career growth opportunities.
We look forward to welcoming you to our team.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $48,000.
00 - $58,000.
00 per year
Benefits:
* 401(k)
* Dental insurance
* Employee assistance program
* Flexible schedule
* Flexible spending account
* Health insurance
* Life insurance
* Paid time off
* Vision insurance
Schedule:
* 8 hour shift
* Day shift
* Monday to Friday
* No nights
* No weekends
Application Question(s):
* Do you have a current drivers license with clean driving record?
* Are you registered with the board in MD as a CAC or ADT Trainee?
Work Location: In person
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