Addictions Counselor - Baltimore

DISCLOSURES

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ABOUT LIGHTHOUSE BEHAVIORAL HEALTH CENTER

Lighthouse Behavioral Health Center is a community-based behavioral health organization dedicated to providing high-quality, person-centered care to individuals and families affected by mental health and substance use challenges. We offer a comprehensive range of services, including outpatient therapy, psychiatric care, intensive in-home services, Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT), and case management.

Our team is committed to delivering trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and evidence-based care that promotes healing, empowerment, and long-term wellness. With a strong focus on accessibility and compassion, Lighthouse Behavioral Health Center serves clients across all ages and backgrounds—helping them navigate recovery, build resilience, and achieve greater stability in their lives.

COMPANY WEBSITE: https://lighthousebhc.org/

COMPANY PHONE NUMBER: (667) 400-6206

HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT PHONE NUMBER: (667) 400-6206 EXT

HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT EMAIL ADDRESS: hr@lighthousebhc.org

ALTERNATE TITLE(S): Substance Abuse Counselor, Addiction Specialist, Substance Use Disorder Counselor, Recovery Coach, Drug and Alcohol Counselor, Behavioral Health Counselor

COMPANY: Lighthouse Behavioral Health Center

DIVISION: Operations

DEPARTMENT: Residential Treatment Program

UNIT: n/a

BENEFITS: n/a This position is eligible for standard W-2 employee benefits, including but not limited to those outlined in the Company’s official benefits package. Eligibility and participation are subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans. Full details are provided in the current benefits package documentation.

ACCOUNTABLE TO: Counseling Supervisor / OMHC / SUD Operations Manager / Program Director

ACCOUNTABLE FOR: n/a

CLASSIFICATION: Full-Time (W2)

WORK SCHEDULE: Sunday-Wednesday from 8am-5pm

Standard Daily Responsibilities

• Check-in with the Operations Manager.
• Facilitate a low-intensity residential treatment group session for the first set of 16 clients.
• Document all group sessions in ICANotes using W7310 + RESRB coding.
• Conduct one of the following services based on scheduling assignments:
  • Telehealth intake (H0001) for a new client.
  • Telehealth initial session (90791) for a new client.
  • Follow-up telehealth session (90791) for a non-3.1 client (within the past 6 months).
  • Follow-up telehealth session (H0001) for a non-3.1 client (not completed within the past 6 months).
  • In-person individual session for a 3.1 client who has not had an individual session that week.
  • All sessions must be documented in ICANotes during the session.
• Facilitate a low-intensity residential treatment group session for the remaining 16 clients.
• Document all group sessions in ICANotes using W7310 + RESRB coding.
• Check-out with the Operations Manager.

COMPENSATION RANGE: $25 - $40 per hour, W2 employees are eligible for benefits: health insurance, professional development opportunities, and paid time off. Mileage reimbursement for preapproved mileage.

ANTICIPATED TRAVEL: 0% of the time.

SUMMARY OF POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

The Addiction Counselor will provide therapeutic services to clients at three residential treatment program locations, ensuring high-quality care in alignment with program goals. The counselor will be responsible for conducting one 45-60-minute session per day at each location and collaborating with supervisors and program directors to optimize client outcomes.

This position requires the counselor to adhere to a structured weekly schedule, maintain accurate documentation, and participate in supervisory and operational check-ins.

SCHEDULED DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Core Counseling Services:

• Facilitate group counseling sessions at three designated locations as per the weekly schedule.
• Address addiction recovery, coping mechanisms, and relapse prevention in therapy sessions.
• Tailor sessions to meet the unique needs of clients, ensuring evidence-based approaches are utilized.

Supervision and Collaboration:

• Participate in scheduled weekly check-ins with the Counseling Supervisor every Wednesday.
• Collaborate with the OMHC/SUD Operations Manager and Program Director for additional tasks as needed.

Documentation and Compliance:

• Accurately document client sessions, treatment plans, and progress reports in alignment with organizational policies.
• Submit documentation promptly to maintain compliance with legal and organizational requirements.

Travel and Coordination:

• Travel to designated residential treatment locations as per the daily schedule.
• Coordinate effectively between locations to maintain punctuality and consistency in service delivery.

UNSCHEDULED DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist supervisor with work-related requests.
• Collaborate with and serve as program POC for external treatment providers and outside agencies as needed.
• Responsible for following regulations of COMAR, CARF, any other regulatory body, and company policies/ procedures related to service delivery and documentation and co-facilitating orientation of all new hires to these as well.
• Support the maintenance of a safe environment by participating in training and drills as requested.
• Maintain confidentiality of records relating to client’s treatment.
• Participate in external and internal audits/surveys (CARF/CSA/OHCQ) as directed by the supervisor.
• Participates in quality assurance and performance improvement plans by completing periodic audits or other activities to ensure regulatory compliance and/or improve service delivery.
• Ensure the medical director or clinical supervisor reviews and co-signs documents as required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Regularly walk, stand, or stoop; occasionally lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects weighing up to 25 pounds; and regularly drives a motor vehicle.

WORKING CONDITIONS: Work is performed in an office, in client’s homes or in the community; Work exposes incumbent to contagious or infectious diseases; Work may expose incumbent to dangerous and volatile situations; which could result in bodily injury.

COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS

Proven working experience in counseling, including as a nurse, medical, mental health care manager, or a related job

• Excellent knowledge of psychotherapeutic principles, healthcare management, and reimbursement
• Previous experience with psychological aspects of care
• Effective communication skills
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Familiarity with professional and technical emerging knowledge
• Problem-solving skills and ability to multitask
• Compassionate with teamwork skills
• Minimum of 1-2 years of experience in addiction counseling

LEVEL OF EDUCATION / TRAINING / QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in psychology, social work, counseling, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).

Licensure/Certification

To be eligible for this contract, the contractor must hold valid Maryland licensure, including one of the following:

• Licensed Clinical Alcohol & Drug Counselor (LCADC)
• Licensed Graduate Clinical Alcohol & Drug Counselor (LGADC)
• Certified Alcohol & Drug Counselor - Addictions Counselor (CAC-AD)
• Certified Supervised Counselor Alcohol & Drug (CSCAD)
• Approved Alcohol & Drug Trainee (ADT)
• Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC)
• Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor (LGPC)
• Licensed Certified Social Worker - Clinical (LCSW-C)
• Licensed Certified Social Worker (LCSW)
• Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW)
• Licensed Bachelor Social Worker (LBSW)
• Licensed Clinical Marriage & Family Therapist (LCMFT)
• Licensed Graduate Marriage & Family Therapist (LGMF)
• Licensed Psychologist
• Registered Psychology Associate
• Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner - Psychiatric Mental Health (CRNP-PMH)
• Advanced Practice Registered Nurse - Psychiatric Mental Health (APRN-PMH)
• Clinical Nurse Specialist - Psychiatric Mental Health (CNS-PMH)
• A Student Intern in one of the above disciplines.

Experience

• Minimum of 1-2 years of experience in addiction counseling, preferably in a residential setting.

Skills

• Strong organizational skills, excellent communication, and a commitment to ethical practice.