Substance Abuse Disorder Counselor

People Encouraging People

2 days ago

United StatesFull TimeCounselor

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Job Description

About the Role

Join People Encouraging People as a Substance Abuse Disorder Counselor in United States.

Key Responsibilities

Work effectively and collaboratively with other specialists as part of an interdisciplinary team.

Utilize evidence

based practices for street outreach, case management, addiction disorders, and co

occurring disorders when performing engagement, individualsessionsand group sessions.

Requirements

Be a Maryland licensed Addictions Professional (LCADC, LGADC, or CAC

Must have a valid driver’s license with no more than 4 points.

Access to a personal vehicle

Benefits & Compensation

Build strong relationships with clients, families, co

workers, and the surrounding community. Provide education to families and other identified natural supports.

Identifiesgaps in service, barriers to treatment, and the acquisition of community resources.

Act as aliaisonand resource to BCORE team and clients as a Subject Matter Expert in Substance Abuse Disorders and Addiction.

Work Schedule

Full-time position.

Call responsibilities required.

Weekend coverage may be required.

Apply to join People Encouraging People as a Substance Abuse Disorder Counselor.

Key Skills

Case ManagementCrisis InterventionTreatment PlanningStreet OutreachAddiction CounselingMental Health AssessmentMotivational InterviewingTrauma-Informed CareHarm ReductionHousing FirstPerson-Centered CareClinical Documentation

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Position Insights

Addiction Medicine — Physician Career Context

This Addiction Medicine position at People Encouraging People is open to physician candidates.

Physicians (MD/DO) are in high demand across healthcare settings, with growing interest in positions that offer sustainable schedules and reduced administrative burden.

Compensation Analysis

People Encouraging People lists compensation for this physician position at $45k to $50k annually.

Location & Logistics

This position is based in United States.

Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits

Key skills and qualifications: Case Management, Crisis Intervention, Treatment Planning, Street Outreach, Addiction Counseling, Mental Health Assessment, Motivational Interviewing, Trauma-Informed Care. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Addiction Medicine role.

Core responsibilities: Provide outreach, counseling, and treatment support for individuals with substance abuse and co-occurring mental health disorders. Coordinate comprehensive care plans including housing assistance, crisis intervention, and interdisciplinary team collaboration.

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