Substance Abuse Counselor

K&I HEALTHCARE SERVICES LLC

  • Baltimore, MD
  • $25.00-30.00 per hour
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 19 days ago
Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance
Substance Abuse CounselorSummary:The Substance Abuse Counselor works with clients to establish healthy coping skills and a support network to sustain abstinence and to develop an individualized relapse prevention plan to maintain the client's recovery after they have completed The Intensive Outpatient Program.Qualifications
  • Must possess a valid State of Maryland Licensure or Credential that allows for practice as a Certified Associate Counselor-Alcohol and Drug (CAC-AD) or ADT.
  • 1-3 years' experience in a behavioral healthcare or substance abuse setting.
  • Knowledge of case management for dual diagnosis patient.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills required.
  • Proficient with ICANotes is a plus
  • Excellent organizational skills
  • Ability to prioritize workload and meet deadlines.
  • Proven ability to handle multiple projects under pressure.
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Understanding of diverse cultures and gender specific issues and the ability to incorporate needs of gender and culturally diverse groups into the organization.
  • Maintains appropriate confidentiality at all times when interacting with patients, residents, families, visitors, referral sources and all other contacts.
  • Displays excellent customer relation skills as evidenced by supportive and constructive communication with all contacts including coworkers, patients, residents, visitors, families and referral sources.
Responsibilities
  • Evaluate clients' mental and physical health, addiction, or problem behavior and assess their readiness for treatment
  • Assist clients in developing treatment goals and plans, including support of education about medically assisted treatment options and referral to / collaboration with other resources on the medical and psychiatric teams
  • Review and recommend treatment options with clients and their families; partner with IOP staff with after care plan
  • Assist clients develop skills and behaviors necessary to recover from their addiction or modify their behavior
  • Work with clients to identify behaviors or situations that interfere with their recovery
  • Educate families about addiction or behavior disorders and help them develop strategies to cope with those problems
  • Refer clients to other resources and services, such as support groups and job placement services.
  • Conduct outreach programs to help people identify the signs of addiction and other destructive behavior, as well as steps to take to avoid such behavior
  • Perform any other job-related duties as assigned.
Location: K&I Healthcare Services - LandoverJob Type: Full-timeSalary: $25.00 - $30.00 per hourExpected hours: 40 per weekBenefits:
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Vision insurance
Schedule:
  • 8 hour shift
  • Monday to Friday
Work setting:
  • In-person
Education:
  • Associate (Preferred)
Experience:
  • Substance Abuse Counseling: 1 year (Required)
  • Behavioral health: 2 years (Required)
License/Certification:
  • Driver's License (Required)
  • CAC-AD (Required)
Shift availability:
  • Day Shift (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
  • Baltimore, MD 21201: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person

K&I HEALTHCARE SERVICES LLC