Behavioral Health Therapist (Substance Use), Day Shift, Behavioral Health

Shady Grove Medical Center Adventist HealthCare’s Shady Grove Medical Center is hiring a Behavioral Health Therapist for our Behavioral Health Department in Rockville, MD. Qualified candidates will be eligible for up to a $10,000 sign‑on bonus. Current AHC employees who are transferring from one entity to another or terminating and re‑joining within six months are not eligible for the bonus. Responsibilities Conduct substance use assessments and consultations on inpatient psychiatric units using ASAM criteria to determine level of care recommendations. Provide timely documentation and recommendations to the treatment team and assist with care coordination. Facilitate therapeutic group sessions on adult and adolescent inpatient psychiatric units, focusing on evidence‑based interventions and recovery‑oriented practices. Support the Adult PHP program by providing consults and leading groups as needed based on census and patient needs. Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members, including psychiatrists, nurses, therapists, and care navigators, to ensure integrated treatment planning. Provide psychoeducation on substance use, relapse prevention, and coping strategies. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of community resources for substance use and mental health services to support patient referrals. Participate in team meetings, clinical supervision, and quality improvement initiatives. Ensure compliance with organizational policies, state regulations, and professional standards of practice. Qualifications Master’s Degree in Social Work (MSW) from an accredited program required. Minimum of 2 years of clinical social work experience, preferably in medical or behavioral health settings. Current licensure as LGSW/LMSW/LGPC in the State of Maryland or equivalent licensure. Proficiency in conducting substance use assessments with ASAM criteria. Experience facilitating group therapy with adults and/or adolescents preferred. Strong skills in assessment, treatment planning, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Work Schedule Monday‑Friday 8:30 am to 5:00 pm. Sign‑On Bonus $10,000 sign‑on bonus for eligible candidates. Pay Range $29.08 – $48.25 per hour. Benefits Work‑life balance through non‑rotating shifts. Recognition and rewards for professional expertise. Free employee parking. Medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage for employees and eligible dependents effective on date of hire. Employer‑paid short‑ and long‑term disability, basic life insurance and AD&D (short‑term disability buy‑up available). Paid time off. Employer retirement contribution and match after one year of eligible employment with a three‑year vesting period. Voluntary benefits including flexible spending accounts, legal plans, and life, pet, auto, home, long‑term care and critical illness & accident insurance. Subsidized childcare at participating childcare centers. Tuition reimbursement. Employee Assistance Program (EAP) support. COVID‑19 Vaccination Adventist HealthCare strongly recommends all applicants be fully vaccinated for COVID‑19 before commencing employment. Applicants may be required to furnish proof of vaccination. Tobacco and Drug Statement Tobacco use is a well‑recognized preventable cause of death in the United States and an important public‑health issue. Adventist HealthCare will not hire applicants who are nicotine users or who test positive for nicotine, marijuana, or other drugs. Those testing positive are given the opportunity to re‑apply in 90 days if they can attest to no nicotine use in the past 90 days and successfully pass follow‑up testing. Equal Employment Opportunity Adventist HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We are committed to attracting, engaging, and developing the best people to cultivate our mission‑centric culture. Our goal is to have a welcoming, equitable, and safe place to work and grow for all employees, no matter their background. AHC does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, related medical conditions, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Accommodations Adventist HealthCare will make reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities and for applicants’ religious beliefs in accordance with applicable law. Applicants who wish to request accommodations should contact the Support Center HR Office. #J-18808-Ljbffr Dormont Manufacturing Co