What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Mental Health/Addictions Professional position at Peninsula Mental Health and Addiction Services?
Job Title: Mental Health and Substance Abuse Counselor
Location: Peninsula Mental Health and Addiction Services
Employment Type: Full-Time / Part-Time
Position Summary:
Peninsula Mental Health and Addiction Services is seeking a compassionate LICENSED Mental Health and/or Substance Abuse Counselor to provide behavioral health services to individuals struggling with mental health challenges, substance use disorders, or co-occurring conditions. The ideal candidate will work collaboratively with our multidisciplinary team to support client recovery, stability, and personal growth.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct comprehensive assessments and develop individualized treatment plans.
- Provide individual, group, and family counseling to clients.
- Utilize evidence-based practices to support clients in achieving recovery goals.
- Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in compliance with agency and regulatory standards.
- Monitor and evaluate client progress, revising treatment plans as needed.
- Participate in clinical continuing education team meetings, case consultations, and supervision.
- Coordinate with community resources and referral sources as appropriate.
- Ensure client confidentiality and uphold professional and ethical standards at all times.
Required Qualifications:
- Active licensure or certification in Maryland (e.g., LCADC, LCSW-C, LGPC, LCPC, CAC-AD, CSC-AD, ADT).
- Experience in substance use treatment and/or mental health counseling.
- Knowledge of DSM-5 diagnostic criteria and clinical documentation requirements.
- Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
- Knowledgeable of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Interviewing
- Capacity to work on a clinical team
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with co-occurring disorders.
- Familiarity with electronic health records (EHR) systems.
Additional Information: Compensation is either productivity-based (pay is determined by the number of completed billable sessions and documentation requirements) or salary based. Salary ranges from $41,600-$70,000
For more information about the practice, please visit our website at www.penaddictions.com
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Contract
Pay: $41,600.00 - $70,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
Salary : $41,600 - $70,000