Substance Abuse Counselor Part-Time On-Site

Job description

**About the Role** Arundel Lodge is seeking a **Substance Abuse Counselor** to provide counseling, therapeutic intervention, and recovery-focused support to individuals with mental health and substance use needs. The counselor will deliver individual and group counseling services, including leading both in-person and virtual intensive outpatient (IOP) and outpatient recovery groups. This role requires a strong commitment to the **Recovery Model**, emphasizing hope, respect, empowerment, and person-centered care. ### Key Responsibilities - **Clinical Assessment & Treatment Planning** - Conduct psychosocial assessments addressing mental health and substance use needs. - Develop individualized treatment goals and intervention plans in accordance with clinical standards and agency policies. - Interview clients, families, and referral sources to determine interest in and eligibility for services. - Review clinical documents to inform treatment planning. ### Counseling & Therapeutic Services - Provide individual, group, and family counseling using established clinical modalities such as psychotherapy, CBT, crisis intervention, and task-centered approaches. - Lead intensive outpatient (IOP) and outpatient recovery groups, both onsite and virtually. - Develop recovery-specific plans of care, coordinate with external providers, and provide follow-up and case management related to legal, health, or mental health needs. ### Care Coordination & Discharge Planning - Develop appropriate discharge plans and connect clients to community-based supports. - Ensure continuity of care by coordinating with families, significant others, and external partners. ### Documentation & Compliance - Complete all documentation in accordance with Arundel Lodge policies, COMAR, state/federal regulations, and accreditation standards. - Maintain strict confidentiality and comply with all privacy and ethical guidelines. ### Professional Collaboration & Development - Attend staff meetings, trainings, and committee activities; may hold leadership roles as needed. - Participate in cross-coverage and on-call rotation. - Support continuous improvement of program services and agency initiatives. - Engage in supervision, continuing education, and professional development. - Support training of interns and allied health professionals when appropriate. ### Additional Duties - Perform administrative tasks as needed to support the Outpatient Mental Health Clinic (OMHC). - Perform other related duties as assigned. ### Additional Skills: - Strong commitment to the Recovery Model and person-centered care - Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment - Excellent interpersonal, communication, and documentation skills - Experience leading therapeutic groups preferred