Clinical Therapist

Clinical Therapist

Job Summary

The Clinical Therapist plans and coordinates medically approved treatment plans and therapeutic interventions for patients seeking inpatient substance use disorder treatment. This role addresses co-occurring disorders, leverages clinical programming, and involves family systems to help patients develop the tools necessary for long-term recovery using evidence-based and person-centered practices.

Responsibilities

• Assessment: Evaluate patients' mental and physical health, addiction, or problem behaviors to assess treatment readiness.

• Treatment Planning: Develop comprehensive treatment goals and plans, including education on medically assisted treatment (MAT) and collaboration with medical/psychiatric teams.

• Clinical Intervention: Help patients identify behaviors that interfere with recovery and teach skills to modify those behaviors.

• Family Support: Educate families on addiction and behavioral disorders, helping them develop effective coping strategies.

• Coordination of Care: Partner with navigators on aftercare planning and refer patients to external resources such as job placement or support groups.

• Community Outreach: Conduct programs to help identify signs of addiction and preventive measures.

Qualifications

• Licensure: Must hold a valid State of Maryland license or credential for Drug and Alcohol Counseling. Eligible types include:

  • LCPC, LCADC, LCSW-C (Preferred)

  • LMSW, LCSW, LGADC, LGPC

  • CAC-AD, CSC-AD

• Experience: 1–3 years of experience in behavioral healthcare or substance abuse settings, preferably in a residential environment.

• Clinical Knowledge: Strong understanding of case management for dual-diagnosis patients and medically assisted treatment options.

• Skills: Excellent verbal/written communication, organizational skills, and proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Position Details

• Location: La Plata, Maryland

• Status: Full-Time, Salaried

• Schedule: Monday – Friday (Shifts: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM or 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM)

• Compensation: 

  • Competitive rates for higher licensure levels

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