Substance Abuse Counselor

Craft Consulting LLC

Substance Abuse Counselor

Baltimore, MD
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Seeking a talented Substance Abuse Counselor for a position in Baltimore, MD. Must excel at motivating and supporting clients through their treatment journey. Responsibilities include conducting individual and group therapy sessions, as well as offering guidance, resources, and educational assistance. Competitive salary commensurate with certification and licensure. If you have a strong desire to make a positive impact on others, we encourage you to apply. Responsibilities: • Conduct thorough assessments and clinical evaluations, including making diagnostic impressions and implementing SBIRT protocols. • Maintain accurate records and reports to monitor clients' progress, services offered, and pertinent details. • Provide counseling to assist clients in overcoming obstacles, adjusting to life changes, and fostering positive transformations; refer clients to appropriate community or social service programs. • Assist clients in accessing treatment by arranging psychiatric assessments, coordinating medical stabilization, applying for health insurance, securing treatment funding, and collaborating with clients' support systems when needed. • Assess clients' mental and physical well-being in conjunction with other professionals to determine the suitable level of care. • Track and assess clients' progress toward measurable treatment goals through follow-up sessions and evaluations. • Advocate for clients in crisis situations and intervene promptly to address urgent issues. • Coordinate with mental health professionals, legal entities, probation officers, and post-treatment organizations to ensure smooth care transitions. • Work with other professionals to assess client needs and develop personalized treatment plans. • Educate clients and community members on addiction-related topics and available services, providing referrals as necessary. • Offer support and guidance to family members and concerned individuals to help them understand and assist individuals dealing with substance abuse. Qualifications: To qualify for the Substance Abuse Counselor position in Baltimore, MD, US, candidates must hold one of the following certifications: • Having a Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor (LGPC) certification is a must. • Having a Licensed Graduate Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LGADC) certification is required. • Obtaining a Certified Supervised Counselor-Alcohol and Drug (CSC-AD) certification is mandatory. • Possessing a Certified Associate Counselor-Alcohol and Drug (CAC-AD) certification is necessary. • Obtaining an Addiction Trainee (ADT) certification is a prerequisite. • Essential qualifications include a strong grasp of the recovery process and the ability to support recovery using established standardized ASAM processes. • Mandatory knowledge of substance abuse and dual diagnosis is required for this role. • Candidates will have the responsibility of providing clinical and administrative services to patients and their families. Compensation: $26 - $35 hourly

    • Conduct thorough assessments and clinical evaluations, including making diagnostic impressions and implementing SBIRT protocols. • Maintain accurate records and reports to monitor clients' progress, services offered, and pertinent details. • Provide counseling to assist clients in overcoming obstacles, adjusting to life changes, and fostering positive transformations; refer clients to appropriate community or social service programs. • Assist clients in accessing treatment by arranging psychiatric assessments, coordinating medical stabilization, applying for health insurance, securing treatment funding, and collaborating with clients' support systems when needed. • Assess clients' mental and physical well-being in conjunction with other professionals to determine the suitable level of care. • Track and assess clients' progress toward measurable treatment goals through follow-up sessions and evaluations. • Advocate for clients in crisis situations and intervene promptly to address urgent issues. • Coordinate with mental health professionals, legal entities, probation officers, and post-treatment organizations to ensure smooth care transitions. • Work with other professionals to assess client needs and develop personalized treatment plans. • Educate clients and community members on addiction-related topics and available services, providing referrals as necessary. • Offer support and guidance to family members and concerned individuals to help them understand and assist individuals dealing with substance abuse.