Substance Abuse Counselor Part-Time On-Site at Arundel Lodge, Inc. (Edgewater, MD)
Arundel Lodge, Inc.· Edgewater, MD· $39k–$45k·
Role details
Salary
$39k–$45k
Work type
Onsite
Employment
Part-Time
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
Why work at Arundel Lodge, Inc.
- Mission-Driven Work: Directly improves lives in the local community — if you want to make a tangible difference in mental health and addiction recovery, this is the place.
- Diversity & Inclusion: The organization is "deeply committed to Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Access (IDEA)" and provides culturally-competent services.
- Career Pathways: Emphasizes staff development and training; offers both paid roles and non-paid internships for undergraduate and graduate students (Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, M.A./Ph.D.).
- Hybrid/On-Site Mix: Based in Edgewater, MD with roles ranging from on-site care coordinators and NPs to some telehealth positions. Open positions include: Care Coordinator, Community Resource Navigator, Health Home RN Care Manager, and Psychiatric NP (PRN).
- Supportive Environment: Peer support staff, team-based care, and a focus on "enhancing staff development and training" suggest a culture of learning and support.