Substance Abuse Counselor

Qualifications:

Minimum credential of CSC-AD trainee or CAC-AD. Knowledge of substance abuse and co-occurring disorders

• characteristics, assessment, and treatment.

Personal characteristics of maturity and professionalism with a sincere desire to work with recovering individuals. Basic computer skills in word processing, e-mail, and Internet use. Access to transportation. Has a therapeutic approach of being empathetic, respectful, and motivational, while encouraging clients to take responsibility for their lives. Able to work well with others and actively participates as part of the treatment team. Demonstrates high professional and ethical standards. Acts as a positive role model, providing clients with guidance and support.

Primary Responsibilities:

Screening

• Conduct interviews and assessments for clients. Intake
• Conduct initial assessment and complete required documentation at admission. Orientation
• Describe the program and treatment to new clients. Assessment
• Gather data from the client and other sources; analyze and interpret the data to identify client strengths, weaknesses, and needs. Treatment Planning
• Collaborate with the client to develop treatment plans, identifying and prioritizing problems, goals, and treatment methods. Counseling
• Provide individual, family, and group counseling. Education
• Provide clients and their families with information about substance abuse, co-occurring disorders, treatment, recovery, and resources. Crisis management
• Respond to client needs during extreme distress or emergencies including after hours on-call coverage. Case Management
• Coordinate with clients and resources to focus on identified needs and goals. Referral
• Identify client needs that can't be met at Apex and assist client to use community resources and support systems. Consultation
• Relate with professionals on client treatment and services to assure comprehensive care. Record Keeping
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date counseling records.

Facilitate the maintenance of a group atmosphere conducive to rehabilitation. Monitor the safety and security of clients. Maintain client confidentiality and high ethical and professional standards. Prepare for and participate in individual and group supervision, case review, and clinical staff meetings Report to work promptly at assigned hours and submit accurate time sheets to your director. Meet continuing education and other requirements to maintain professional licenses related to the position. Perform other duties as delegated by the program, clinical, or executive director.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$50,000.00

• $75,000.

00 per year

Benefits:

Flexible schedule

Medical Specialty:

Addiction Medicine Schedule:

8 hour shift Day shift Evening shift Monday to Friday Morning shift Weekends as needed

Experience:

Addiction counseling: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

CSC-AD or CAC-AD (Required) Ability to

Commute:

Baltimore, MD (Preferred) Ability to

Relocate:

Baltimore, MD:

Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person