Substance Use Counselor

Job overview

The Substance Use Counselor role is onsite in Baltimore, MD, with stated compensation of $62,000K to $65,000K per year. David’s Loft Clinical Programs supports patients in developing evidence-based recovery plans. The counselor provides case management and counseling to adults with substance use and co-occurring mental health needs. Through assessment, treatment planning, documentation, and coordination with clinical colleagues, the role contributes to individualized care and recovery support.

What you'll do

• Provide case management, discharge planning, and referrals
• conduct group and individual counseling sessions
• maintain clinical documentation under supervision
• collaborate with clinical staff on complex patient issues
• apply ASAM and DSM-V criteria to assess needs
• integrate patient goals into treatment plans and document progress
• conduct drug testing as needed under COMAR standards.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

substance use counselor

baltimore md

david's loft clinical programs

behavioral health

substance use disorder

individual counseling

group counseling

case management

treatment planning

adt approval

csc-ad

$62,000k–$65,000k/year

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Paid time off, health insurance, company-paid dental and vision insurance, and elective 401(k) retirement plan.

Why this role

Requires Alcohol and Drug Trainee (ADT) approval, with Certified Supervised Counselor Alcohol and Drugs (CSC-AD) certification or higher required before ADT approval expires. Basic Life Support certification is required within 30 days of hire.

About the employer

David's Loft Clinical Programs is hiring for this role. Industry: Outpatient Mental Health and Substance Abuse Centers. Sector: 62.