Substance Abuse Counselor Job at The Judge Group, Windsor Mill, MD

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  • The Judge Group
  • Windsor Mill, MD

Job Description

About the Role

We are seeking a compassionate and proactive Behavioral Health Specialist to support clients with co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders. This role focuses on enhancing clients’ daily living skills, community integration, and sobriety through structured activities, case management, and evidence-based practices aligned with the Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) model.

Key Responsibilities

  • Deliver training in substance abuse prevention and sobriety maintenance using 12-step principles and evidence-based approaches for co-occurring disorders
  • Provide transportation to community activities and AA/NA meetings
  • Develop monthly activity calendars and identify community resources to support recovery
  • Conduct drug screenings as needed
  • Complete documentation including treatment plans and progress notes
  • Organize and lead social and recreational activities tailored to ACT clientele
  • Manage a caseload of clients, coordinating treatment teams and updating care plans based on evolving needs
  • Offer supportive counseling and symptom management
  • Educate and advocate for clients and their families
  • Conduct comprehensive assessments across all life domains
  • Provide on-call crisis intervention during assigned nights and weekends
  • Maintain high fidelity to the ACT Model of Care

Principal Accountabilities

  • Plan and implement social, recreational, and educational activities that support sobriety
  • Complete Individual Treatment Plan (ITP) goals and required documentation
  • Deliver substance abuse education
  • Coordinate participation in 12-step community activities

Qualifications

Education:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Human Services, or Addiction Counseling preferred
  • Minimum ADT Trainee Status or certification (CAC, CAC-AD) required

Experience:

  • 1–3 years of relevant work experience in behavioral health or addiction services
  • On-the-job training (2–3 months) required for optimal performance

Requirements:

  • Certified or eligible for certification in addictions treatment
  • Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
  • Strong understanding of mental illness and addiction recovery

Job Tags

Traineeship, Work experience placement, Night shift, Weekend work,

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