Position : Substance Abuse Counselor
Location : Remote / Hybrid (Client-Based Facility Work When Required)
Employment Type : Full-Time or Part-Time (LCADC part-time only)
Compensation :
- CSC-AD : $32–$36 / hour
- LCADC : $40–$60 / hour
- ADT / CAC-AD : Competitive hourly rate based on experience
- Benefits : For full-time hourly employees : 25 / 75 contribution considered after 90 days; no benefits for independent contractors
Recruiting Firm : Healthcare Recruiters International
Position Overview
Healthcare Recruiters International is sourcing an experienced and credentialed Substance Abuse Counselor to join a mission-driven behavioral health organization. The selected candidate will deliver outpatient substance abuse services to adults, older adolescents, and families through both individual and group therapy sessions.
This role offers flexibility (remote for all except group sessions or as clinically required) and meaningful clinical engagement in a supportive environment that values ethics, compliance, and client outcomes.
Core Responsibilities
Conduct clinical intakes and substance abuse assessmentsFacilitate individual and group substance abuse counseling sessionsDevelop and maintain individualized treatment plansComplete timely service documentation and clinical notesMaintain compliance with agency policy, COMAR regulations, and other regulatory bodiesParticipate in staff meetings and ongoing training as requiredProvide updates and discuss clinical or programmatic concerns during weekly meetings with the Clinical DirectorMaintain active licensure or certification and up-to-date CEUsCaseload & Compliance Functions
Manage assigned caseload, including client scheduling and follow-upsEnsure treatment plans are reviewed and updated regularlyCoordinate appropriate referrals when necessaryConduct annual reviews of client treatment statusQualifications
Required Credentials (must hold one of the following) :
LCADC – Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug CounselorCAC-AD – Certified Associate Counselor – Alcohol & DrugCSC-AD – Certified Supervised Counselor – Alcohol & DrugADT – Alcohol & Drug TraineeExperience & Skills :
Demonstrated experience conducting assessments, individual / group counseling, and documentationFamiliarity with COMAR and state regulatory requirementsStrong organizational and communication skillsAble to work independently while maintaining collaborative communication with supervisors