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Harvest Of Hope Behavioral Health I

Substance Abuse Counselor

Harvest Of Hope Behavioral Health I, Catonsville, Maryland, United States, 21228


Benefits:

Competitive salary

Flexible schedule

Opportunity for advancement

Signing bonus

Training & development

Wellness resources

Benefits/Perks

Competitive Compensation

Great Work Environment

Career Advancement Opportunities

Job Summary

We are seeking a Substance Abuse Counselor to join our team! As a Substance Abuse Counselor on the team, you will be handling a manageable caseload of patients looking to you for treatment and help to overcome a wide variety of addiction issues. Your role will be to support and uplift your clients, offering resources and support for them, creating and implementing treatment options, and identifying core issues that could be contributing to their abuse. The ideal candidate is compassionate, has excellent communication skills, and has experience working with people struggling with addiction and abuse.

Responsibilities

Handle a manageable caseload of patients

Identify core underlying issues that may be contributing to a history of substance abuse

Create and implement treatment plans that fit each patient

Uplift and support patients, working with them and their families to help create realistic, lasting change

Uses a combination of individual and group counseling sessions to help patients and observes their attitudes and readiness to accept help and guidance.

Qualifications

Licensure through the state of Maryland. Must possess one of the following: ADT, CSC-AD, CAC-AD, LCADC, and LGADC.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Strong compassionate outlook, with an upbeat and positive personality

Experience working with substance abuse desired