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# Substance Abuse Counselor Part-Time On-Site at Arundel Lodge, Inc.

- **Company:** Arundel Lodge, Inc.
- **Location:** Edgewater, MD
- **Compensation:** $39k–$45k
- **Employment:** part-time
- **Work type:** onsite
- **Posted:** 2026-07-27
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-14
- **Apply:** https://jobs.lever.co/arundellodge/554948a0-9fbc-4c6b-8407-2b40b6c5996b

## 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 Join Arundel Lodge? Arundel Lodge offers a collaborative environment grounded in respect, empowerment, and recovery-centered philosophy. You will be supported with ongoing training, professional development opportunities, and a mission-driven culture dedicated to improving the lives of individuals in our community.

## About Arundel Lodge, Inc.

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: Nonprofit behavioral health organization providing mental health and substance use disorder services to children, adults, and families in Anne Arundel County, Maryland.
- **Entity Type**: Private (501(c)(3) Nonprofit)
- **Headquarters**: Edgewater, Maryland, United States
- **Founded**: 1975
- **Founders**: Not publicly available

## Core Business
- Primary industry: Healthcare — Behavioral Health / Mental Health & Substance Use Treatment
- Target customers: B2C (individuals and families in the community), B2B (partnerships with hospitals, schools, and government agencies)
- Mission statement: "Improving the lives of children, adults, and families impacted by mental health and substance use disorders."

## Products & Services
For each major offering:
- **Outpatient Mental Health Clinic**: Medication management, individual/group/family therapy; includes services in Spanish and American Sign Language (ASL). Type: Service.
- **Substance Use Treatment (First Step Recovery Program)**: Early Intervention, Outpatient and Intensive Outpatient treatment, medication-assisted treatment (Suboxone, Vivitrol, Naltrexone). Type: Service.
- **Residential Rehabilitation Program**: 32 homes across the county serving 110 residents, with specialized tracks for co-occurring disorders, developmental disabilities, and deaf/heard-of-hearing individuals. Type: Service.
- **Marcus Youth and Family Center**: Behavioral health services for youth (ages 0–17) and families, including play therapy and same-day access walk-ins. Type: Service.
- **School-Based Early Childhood Intervention**: Partnership with Anne Arundel County Public Schools for children birth–5 and their families. Type: Service.
- **Psychiatric Rehabilitation Program (Day Program)**: Life-skills classes, visual arts program, hot meals, peer support, and community-based support. Type: Service.
- **Evidence-Based Supported Employment Program**: Job coaching and placement for individuals seeking competitive employment. Type: Service.
- **Behavioral Health Home**: Coordinates all medical and behavioral healthcare, partnering with Anne Arundel Medical Center to provide primary care on-site. Type: Service.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not applicable (nonprofit)
- **Key Metric**: Annual revenue of $4.4M (as of latest data) | Serves more than **3,000 community members annually** | Employs **60 people** (+10.4% YoY growth)
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Anne Arundel County Public Schools, Anne Arundel Medical Center, CARF (Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities) — CARF-accredited, state-licensed.
- **Growth Signals**: 10.4% headcount growth (+11 employees in the last year); expanding telehealth services post-COVID; actively exploring physical expansion and a capital campaign according to strategic plans.

## Competitive Advantages
- **Comprehensive Continuum of Care**: Offers everything from outpatient therapy to residential homes and employment support — rare for a single provider.
- **Specialized Cultural & Language Access**: Therapists fluent in Spanish and ASL; dedicated programming for the deaf/hard-of-hearing community.
- **Deep Local Roots**: Established in 1975 with over 50 years of trusted service in Anne Arundel County.
- **Integrated Care Model**: The Behavioral Health Home co-locates primary care (via AAMC) with mental health services, a proven model for better outcomes.

## Strategic Focus
- Expand telehealth capacity and integrate technology (EHR systems).
- Grow youth and early childhood programs (0–5 and K–12).
- Strengthen partnerships with hospitals, schools, and housing agencies.
- Develop multi-year funding partnerships and explore merger opportunities for long-term sustainability.
- Pursue a potential capital campaign and physical expansion.

## Why Work Here
- **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.

## Sources
1. [arundellodge.org](https://arundellodge.org/about-us/)
2. [jobs.lever.co](https://jobs.lever.co/arundellodge)
3. [linkedin.com](https://linkedin.com/company/arundel-lodge-inc.)
4. [guidestar.org](https://www.guidestar.org/profile/51-0169423)

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