About the role
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<li>Competitive salary</li>
<li>Training & development</li>
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<strong>Substance Use Counselor – Elite Healthcare</strong><br> <em>Full-Time and Part-Time Opportunities Available<br></em><br>
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<strong>Position Summary</strong><br> Elite Healthcare is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Substance Use Counselor to provide high-quality care to individuals experiencing substance use disorders. Under general supervision, the counselor delivers comprehensive services including screening, assessment, treatment planning, counseling, and ongoing support. This role plays a key part in helping clients achieve and maintain recovery through evidence-based practices, while ensuring all documentation and services meet regulatory and ethical standards.<br><br>
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<strong>Key Responsibilities<br></strong><br>
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<li> Conduct screenings and assessments to determine client eligibility and level of care for substance use treatment. </li>
<li> Complete comprehensive biopsychosocial evaluations to inform individualized treatment planning. </li>
<li> Develop, implement, and update person-centered treatment plans based on client progress and clinical needs. </li>
<li> Facilitate Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) group sessions and provide individual counseling focused on recovery and relapse prevention. </li>
<li> Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation, including progress notes, group notes, treatment plans, and discharge summaries. </li>
<li> Document all services in the electronic health record (EHR) system in compliance with state, federal, and organizational requirements. </li>
<li> Coordinate care and referrals to community resources, including medical, psychiatric, and social support services. </li>
<li> Provide crisis intervention, safety planning, and relapse prevention strategies as needed. </li>
<li> Collaborate with multidisciplinary team members to support integrated, client-centered care. </li>
<li> Ensure compliance with confidentiality laws (HIPAA) and client rights regulations. </li>
<li> Participate in ongoing training, supervision, and professional development to maintain and enhance credentials. </li>
<li> Complete all assigned responsibilities within required timeframes. </li>
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<strong>Qualifications<br></strong><br>
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<li> Minimum of one (1) year of experience in substance use disorder or chemical dependency counseling. </li>
<li> Active Maryland certification in good standing as one of the following: ADT, CSC-AD, CAC-AD, or LCADC (required). </li>
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<strong>Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities<br></strong><br>
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<li> Strong knowledge of substance use disorders, including diagnostic criteria (DSM) and ASAM placement criteria. </li>
<li> Experience with evidence-based practices such as relapse prevention, motivational interviewing, and cognitive-behavioral interventions. </li>
<li> Knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations related to substance use treatment. </li>
<li> Familiarity with community resources and recovery support systems. </li>
<li> Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including strong clinical documentation abilities. </li>
<li> Ability to build rapport and maintain professional, ethical relationships with diverse populations. </li>
<li> Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in a fast-paced clinical environment. </li>
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<strong>Work Environment<br></strong><br>
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<li> Work is performed in a clinical setting with frequent interaction with clients, staff, and the public. </li>
<li> Role may involve managing crisis situations and working with clients experiencing emotional or behavioral distress. </li>
<li> Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. </li>
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<strong>Additional Information<br></strong><br>
</div><ul><li> Performs other duties as assigned to support program operations and client care.</li></ul><div></div>
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