Substance Abuse Counselor

HealthCare Recruiters InternationalBaltimore, MD, United States

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Position : Substance Abuse Counselor

Location : Remote / Hybrid (Client-Based Facility Work When Required)

Employment Type : Full-Time or Part-Time (LCADC part-time only)

Compensation :

CSC-AD : $32–$36 / hour
LCADC : $40–$60 / hour
ADT / CAC-AD : Competitive hourly rate based on experience
Benefits : For full-time hourly employees : 25 / 75 contribution considered after 90 days; no benefits for independent contractors

Recruiting Firm : Healthcare Recruiters International

Position Overview

Healthcare Recruiters International is sourcing an experienced and credentialed Substance Abuse Counselor to join a mission-driven behavioral health organization. The selected candidate will deliver outpatient substance abuse services to adults, older adolescents, and families through both individual and group therapy sessions.

This role offers flexibility (remote for all except group sessions or as clinically required) and meaningful clinical engagement in a supportive environment that values ethics, compliance, and client outcomes.

Core Responsibilities

Conduct clinical intakes and substance abuse assessments

Facilitate individual and group substance abuse counseling sessions

Develop and maintain individualized treatment plans

Complete timely service documentation and clinical notes

Maintain compliance with agency policy, COMAR regulations, and other regulatory bodies

Participate in staff meetings and ongoing training as required

Provide updates and discuss clinical or programmatic concerns during weekly meetings with the Clinical Director

Maintain active licensure or certification and up-to-date CEUs

Caseload & Compliance Functions

Manage assigned caseload, including client scheduling and follow-ups

Ensure treatment plans are reviewed and updated regularly

Coordinate appropriate referrals when necessary

Conduct annual reviews of client treatment status

Qualifications

Required Credentials (must hold one of the following) :

LCADC – Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor

CAC-AD – Certified Associate Counselor – Alcohol & Drug

CSC-AD – Certified Supervised Counselor – Alcohol & Drug

ADT – Alcohol & Drug Trainee

Experience & Skills :

Demonstrated experience conducting assessments, individual / group counseling, and documentation

Familiarity with COMAR and state regulatory requirements

Strong organizational and communication skills

Able to work independently while maintaining collaborative communication with supervisors

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Substance Abuse Counselor • Baltimore, MD, United States