Maryland Wellness and Recovery is looking to add to our clinical team to work from our outpatient center in Rockville, Maryland, as well as our 3.1 low-intensity residential facilities. The counselor will work directly with our patients assisting them to achieve a sober drug free lifestyle while maintaining the highest quality of care in a safe and healing environment. The counselor will be part of an expanding team where support and respect are commonplace.
Monday-Friday: Hours can be discussed during the interview.
Office closed on major holidays.
Eligible candidates will be required to pass a national background check and drug screen.
Responsibilities:
- Conduct individual and group counseling sessions to address substance use issues
- Utilize applied behavior analysis techniques to develop treatment plans and interventions
- Collaborate with other behavioral health professionals to ensure comprehensive care
- Implement therapy strategies to promote positive behavior change
- Offer addiction counseling and support to individuals struggling with substance use
- Utilize behavior management techniques to address challenging behaviors
- Conduct patient assessments to determine appropriate treatment approaches
- Maintain accurate and thorough clinical documentation of patient progress and treatment plans
- Provide compassionate and effective patient care throughout the recovery process
Skills:
- Strong knowledge of individual and group counseling techniques
- Proficiency in applied behavior analysis principles and strategies
- Experience in providing patient and family counseling services
- Solid understanding of behavioral health concepts and practices
- Ability to implement cognitive behavioral therapy and other therapy techniques effectively
- Knowledge of addiction counseling principles and interventions
- Skill in behavior management strategies for addressing challenging behaviors
- Proficient in conducting patient assessments for treatment planning purposes
- Attention to detail in maintaining accurate clinical documentation
- Excellent interpersonal skills for providing compassionate patient care
Requirements:
- Valid Maryland certification or licensure as a Substance Use Counselor ( CSC-AD, CAC-AD, LGADC, LCADC, LGPC or LCPC)
- Experience working with individuals with substance use disorders
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and adhere to ethical guidelines
- Familiarity with community resources for referrals and support services
-Dependability a must
Job Type: Full-time
Expected hours: 40 per week
Schedule:
• 8-hour shift
• Day shift or Evenings as needed
• Monday to Friday
• Benefits
• 401K
• Health insurance including dental and vision
• Paid time off. People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply.
• Work Location: In person, some telehealth may be needed.
Job Type: Full-time
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Maryland Wellness and Recovery
6210 Montrose Rd.
North Bethesda, Maryland 20852-3142
http://www.mdwar.com