Licensed Psychologist

Addiction Counselor

Location: Baltimore, MD

Job Type: Exempt or Non-Exempt (W-2 or 1099, Hourly) – Part-Time (16 hours/week distributed across affiliated organizations), Full-Time (40 hours/week distributed across affiliated organizations)

Shift & Schedule: Saturday and Sunday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM (16hours/week), Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM (40hours/week)

Pay Rate: Hourly pay ranges from $25.00 to $45.00

Job Description: The Addiction Counselor will provide therapeutic services to clients at three residential treatment program locations, ensuring high-quality care in alignment with program goals. The counselor will be responsible for conducting one 45-60-minute session per day at each location and collaborating with supervisors and program directors to optimize client outcomes.

This position requires the counselor to adhere to a structured weekly schedule, maintain accurate documentation, and participate in supervisory and operational check-ins.

Key Responsibilities

Core Counseling Services:

• Facilitate group counseling sessions at three designated locations as per the weekly schedule.
• Address addiction recovery, coping mechanisms, and relapse prevention in therapy sessions.
• Tailor sessions to meet the unique needs of clients, ensuring evidence-based approaches are utilized.

Supervision and Collaboration:

• Participate in scheduled weekly check-ins with the Counseling Supervisor every Wednesday.
• Collaborate with the OMHC/SUD Operations Manager and Program Director for additional tasks as needed.

Documentation and Compliance:

• Accurately document client sessions, treatment plans, and progress reports in alignment with organizational policies.
• Submit documentation promptly to maintain compliance with legal and organizational requirements.

Travel and Coordination:

• Travel to designated residential treatment locations as per the daily schedule.
• Coordinate effectively between locations to maintain punctuality and consistency in service delivery.

Licenses / Qualifications

To be eligible for this contract, the contractor must hold valid Maryland licensure, including one of the following:

• Licensed Clinical Alcohol & Drug Counselor (LCADC)
• Licensed Clinical Marriage & Family Therapist (LCMFT)
• Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC)
• Licensed Certified Social Worker - Clinical (LCSW-C)
• Licensed Psychologist
• Advanced Practice Registered Nurse - Psychiatric Mental Health (APRN-PMH)

Experience

• Minimum of 1-2 years of experience in addiction counseling, preferably in a residential setting.

COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS

Proven working experience in counseling, including as a nurse, medical, mental health care manager, or a related job

• Excellent knowledge of psychotherapeutic principles, healthcare management, and reimbursement
• Previous experience with psychological aspects of care
• Effective communication skills
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Familiarity with professional and technical emerging knowledge
• Problem-solving skills and ability to multitask
• Compassionate with teamwork skills
• Minimum of 1-2 years of experience in addiction counseling

What We Offer:

Benefits

Eligible employees may receive:

• • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Family and Medical Leave
  • Supplemental health and disability insurance
  • Retirement savings plan
  • Professional development and continuing education opportunities