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Substance Abuse Recovery Clinician/Therapist
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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
Job Description
- 2.
- based on experience ✅ Comprehensive Benefits
- Health, dental, vision, and 401(k) ✅ Career Growth
- Training, supervision, and advancement opportunities ✅ Work-Life Balance
- Generous PTO and flexible scheduling ✅ Supportive Team Culture
- Work alongside experienced clinicians and leadership Your Role as a Clinician As a clinician , you will provide direct support to clients, helping them navigate their recovery journey with compassionate, evidence-based care.
- Deliver high-quality counseling tailored to client needs. Develop & Implement Treatment Plans
- Create personalized recovery plans that drive meaningful change. Maintain Clinical Documentation
- Ensure accurate records to support treatment effectiveness. Collaborate with a Multidisciplinary Team
- Work alongside clinicians, medical staff, and leadership. Support Crisis Intervention
- Help clients navigate challenges with compassionate care. Stay Current with Best Practices
- Continuously improve skills through training and supervision. What We're Looking For ✔ Master's degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, or a related field ✔ Licensure Required
- LPC, LCSW, LMFT, or equivalent (or working toward full licensure) ✔ Experience in mental health or substance use treatment preferred ✔ Strong communication and collaboration skills ✔ Passion for helping others through evidence-based treatment Join Our Mission If you're a clinician looking for a fulfilling role where you can truly make a difference, this is the opportunity for you.