Substance Abuse Counselor Part-Time On-Site

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.

Responsibilities

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; 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; Develop appropriate discharge plans and connect clients to community-based supports; Ensure continuity of care by coordinating with families, significant others, and external partners; 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; 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; Perform administrative tasks as needed to support the Outpatient Mental Health Clinic (OMHC); Perform other related duties as assigned

Requirements

Strong commitment to the Recovery Model and person-centered care; Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment; Excellent interpersonal, communication, and documentation skills

Nice to have

Experience leading therapeutic groups preferred

Benefits

Ongoing training; Professional development opportunities; Collaborative, mission-driven culture