Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Therapist - OPColumbia, Maryland | Full-Time | Schedule: Tuesday - Friday and half day Saturday. Mix between evening and day hours | Pay: $34-$44/hour
What You'll Do- Build genuine, collaborative treatment alliances with patients, adapting to their evolving clinical needs
- Facilitate addiction treatment groups at the IOP and OP levels of care
- Deliver engaging addiction and recovery education presentations
- Conduct assessments, case management, discharge planning, and coordinate with referral sources and other providers
- Partner with the treatment team to address co-occurring psychiatric needs
- Complete evaluations for substance use disorders using DSM-5 and ASAM criteria
- Maintain clear, timely clinical documentation that meets state and CARF standards
- Track and contribute to measurable outcomes - retention, attendance, program completion, and treatment goal achievement
- Share on-call coverage on a rotating basis (about one week, a few times per year) to support patients in crisis
- Bring your experience in Motivational Interviewing, CBT, and trauma-informed care into daily practice
- Represent Kolmac/CCG with professionalism and positive energy, in and out of session
Direct patient care makes up roughly 55% of the role, depending on program needs.
What You Bring- 2+ years of experience in the SUD field (group treatment experience a plus, not required)
- Strong clinical, verbal, and written communication skills
- Comfort working in an electronic medical record system
- Familiarity with a range of recovery modalities - 12-Step, SMART Recovery, Harm Reduction, Recovery Dharma, Women for Sobriety, and more
- A flexible, creative, team-first mindset, ready to grow with an expanding program
- If in personal recovery: minimum of 3 years continuous sobriety required (5+ preferred)
Required Credentials (one of the following): CSC-AD, CAC-AD, LGADC, LGPC, LMSW, LCADC, LCSW, or LCSW-C (Maryland)
What We OfferBenefits Include:- STAR Recognition Program - Quarterly company-sponsored trip for highlighted individuals.
- Employee Referral Bonus - Earn rewards through our tiered referral program when you help us bring great people on board
- Clinical Supervision - Ongoing professional support to help you grow in your career
- Free Financial Advisor - Personalized financial guidance at no cost to you
- Employee Discounts - Exclusive savings through Working Advantage
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Confidential support for life's challenges, available when you need it
- PTO - Start with 15 days and accrue more over time
- Paid Holidays - 7 paid holidays per year
- Medical, Dental & Vision - Multiple plan options to fit your needs, including Kaiser Permanente with wellness and self-care resources
- Tax-Advantaged Savings - HSA, HRA, and FSA options available
- Disability Coverage - Company-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance
- Life Insurance - Company-provided coverage for your peace of mind
