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KENAH ONE HEALTH CARE SERVICES

Certified Addictions Counselor

Pay: $30–$55/hr

Posted: 2 weeks ago

Location: Chestertown, MD (Onsite)

Last Updated: 2 days ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/6/2026

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What they do

A Substance Abuse Counselor counsels people struggling with addictions to alcohol, drugs or other substances. Assists clients in dealing with personal and professional problems related to substance abuse. Collaborates with other health care and mental health care professionals to coordinate services for clients, and works with families of substance abusers. May work in a clinic, health care facility or community based program, or work with clients referred through the criminal justice system.

$26,390 / year median in Maryland

+19% projected growth

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Job Description

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated substance abuse counselor to help provide direction and support for our IOP patients in the Methadone Clinic. In this role, you will be responsible for developing treatment and recovery plans, and identifying behaviors that impede rehabilitation. You may also be required to facilitate individual and group therapy sessions. To ensure success, substance abuse counselors should be familiar with the latest treatment methods, and collaborate with other mental health care specialists. Top-notch candidates have excellent clinical knowledge and demonstrable counseling experience.

Substance Abuse Counselor Responsibilities:

Managing all aspects of a case from date of entry to date of discharge. Evaluating patients' physical and mental behaviors. Developing appropriate treatment and recovery plans. Facilitating individual and group therapy sessions. Monitoring patients over time to access treatment progress. Collaborating with psychiatrists, doctors, nurses, social workers, and departments of correction. Identifying behaviors that interfere with treatment and recovery. Assisting primary caregivers to manage addiction-related behavior.

Substance Abuse Counselor Requirements:

Previous experience with the treatment of substance abuse disorders. Familiarity with electronic health record systems like ICANote would be advantageous. Experience with co-occurring health and mental health problems. Application of the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services' (SAMHSA) best practice indicators. In-depth knowledge of drug and alcohol testing to monitor treatment plans and medical instructions. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Exceptional interpersonal skills and a compassionate nature.

Job Types:

Full-time, Part-time Pay:

$30.00 - $55.00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Employee discount Flexible schedule Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Education:

Associate (Required)

Experience:

Addiction counseling: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

CAC-AD, CSC-AD, ADT, LCADC, LCSW

(Required)

Work Location:

In person