What are the responsibilities and job description for the Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Counselor (CAC-AD, CSC-AD, LGADC) position at On Time Medical Group?
About On-Time Medical Group
On-Time Medical Group is a growing integrated outpatient healthcare practice committed to delivering compassionate, evidence-based care to individuals and families throughout the Baltimore metropolitan area. We provide comprehensive services in Primary Care, Outpatient Mental Health, Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT), Ambulatory Withdrawal Management , Substance Use Disorder (SUD) treatment, and Peer Recovery Support Services.
Our multidisciplinary team works collaboratively to address each patient's physical, mental, and behavioral health needs through coordinated, whole-person care. We are committed to expanding access to high-quality behavioral health and addiction treatment while fostering a supportive, respectful, and recovery-oriented environment for both our patients and our team members.
As we continue to grow, we are seeking passionate clinicians dedicated to helping individuals achieve lasting recovery and improved quality of life.
Position Summary
On-Time Medical Group is seeking a compassionate and motivated Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Counselor to join our multidisciplinary team. This is a hybrid position that combines in-office and telehealth services. The counselor will provide comprehensive outpatient addiction treatment for adults with substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions.
The ideal candidate will conduct comprehensive SUD assessments, develop individualized treatment plans, provide individual and group counseling, support patients receiving Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT), and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to promote long-term recovery.
Essential Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive Substance Use Disorder (SUD) assessments and participate in ASAM level-of-care recommendations.
- Develop, implement, and update individualized treatment plans.
- Provide individual, group, and family counseling through in-person and telehealth visits, as appropriate.
- Utilize evidence-based interventions, including Motivational Interviewing (MI), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), relapse prevention, and trauma-informed care.
- Support patients participating in Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) programs through collaboration with prescribing providers.
- Monitor patient progress and modify treatment plans as clinically indicated.
- Coordinate care with physicians, psychiatric providers, therapists, peer recovery specialists, detoxification programs, hospitals, recovery residences, and community agencies.
- Assist patients with referrals to detoxification, residential treatment, intensive outpatient programs, recovery housing, and community resources.
- Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant documentation in the electronic health record (EHR).
- Participate in interdisciplinary treatment team meetings, case conferences, and quality improvement activities.
- Maintain compliance with HIPAA, 42 CFR Part 2, Joint Commission standards, and Maryland regulations.
Minimum Qualifications
- Active Maryland credential as a CAC-AD, CSC-AD, LGADC.
- Knowledge of ASAM Criteria and recovery-oriented treatment.
- Excellent communication, clinical assessment, and documentation skills.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating within a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
- Comfortable providing both in-person and telehealth counseling services.
Preferred Qualifications
- Two or more years of outpatient Substance Use Disorder counseling experience.
- Experience conducting comprehensive SUD assessments and treatment planning.
- Experience facilitating individual and group counseling.
- Experience treating co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders.
- Experience working within Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) programs.
- Familiarity with Motivational Interviewing (MI), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), trauma-informed care, and relapse prevention.
- Experience using electronic health record (EHR) systems.
Why Join On-Time Medical Group?
At On-Time Medical Group, you'll become part of a collaborative team dedicated to improving the lives of individuals affected by substance use and mental health disorders.
We offer:
- Flexible hybrid work schedule
- Competitive fee-for-service compensation
- Administrative and clinical support
- Collaborative multidisciplinary team
- Opportunity to help build and grow an integrated behavioral health and addiction medicine program
- Supportive, patient-centered culture focused on quality care and recovery
- Professional growth and development opportunities
Pay: $40.00 - $50.00 per hour
Experience:
- Substance Use Disorder counseling: 2 years (Required)
- comprehensive SUD assessments and developing treatment plan: 1 year (Required)
- individual and group counseling: 2 years (Required)
- co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders: 2 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- CAC-AD, CSC-AD, LGADC in Maryland (Required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Randallstown, MD 21133
Salary : $40 - $50