Addictions Counselor

Job Description

Job Description

Addictions Counselor

Therapeutic Wellness Services
Maryland

Help People Build Healthier, More Productive Lives

At Therapeutic Wellness Services, our mission is to provide comprehensive behavioral health care through a holistic, person-centered approach that empowers individuals and families on their journey to recovery.

We believe in meeting people where they are and helping them develop the skills, confidence, and support they need to achieve lasting mental wellness. If you're passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals struggling with substance use disorders, we'd love to hear from you.

Position Overview

We are seeking a compassionate and motivated Addictions Counselor or Counselor Trainee to support clients enrolled in our Intensive Outpatient (IOP), Outpatient (OP), Partial Hospitalization (PHP), and residential treatment programs .

In this role, you'll provide counseling, develop individualized treatment plans, monitor client progress, and help individuals build the tools they need for long-term recovery.

What You'll Do

• Manage an assigned caseload of clients throughout the treatment process

• Complete intake assessments and participate in the admissions process

• Develop individualized treatment plans within seven days of admission

• Provide individual and group substance use counseling

• Deliver alcohol and drug education to clients

• Monitor client progress and update treatment plans as needed

• Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential client documentation

• Coordinate and document random urinalysis testing in accordance with state and federal regulations

• Participate in weekly clinical supervision and team meetings

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team members to support successful client outcomes

• Maintain compliance with all agency, state, and federal standards

Qualifications

• Licensed, certified, approved, or permitted by the Maryland Board of Professional Counselors and Therapists (or authorized under Maryland Health Occupations regulations to provide substance abuse treatment)

• Current CPR and First Aid Certification (or ability to obtain)

• Ability to successfully pass criminal background and CPS screening

• Strong written documentation and communication skills

• Compassionate, dependable, organized, and committed to ethical client care

Why Join Therapeutic Wellness Services

• Meaningful work that changes lives every day

• Supportive clinical leadership and supervision

• Collaborative team environment

• Opportunity to grow your counseling career

• Client-centered, strength-based treatment philosophy

• Make a lasting impact within your local community

If you're passionate about recovery, committed to helping others, and looking for an opportunity to grow with an organization dedicated to behavioral health, we encourage you to apply today.