Addictions Counselor

Overview

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HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT PHONE NUMBER:  EXT 10

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ALTERNATE TITLE(S):
Substance Abuse Counselor, Addiction Specialist, Substance Use Disorder Counselor, Recovery Coach, Drug and Alcohol Counselor, Behavioral Health Counselor

COMPANY:
Lighthouse Behavioral Health Center

Lighthouse Behavioral Health Center is a community-based behavioral health organization dedicated to providing high-quality, person-centered care to individuals and families affected by mental health and substance use challenges. We offer a comprehensive range of services, including outpatient therapy, psychiatric care, intensive in-home services, Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT), and case management.

Our team is committed to delivering trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and evidence-based care that promotes healing, empowerment, and long-term wellness. With a strong focus on accessibility and compassion, Lighthouse Behavioral Health Center serves clients across all ages and backgrounds—helping them navigate recovery, build resilience, and achieve greater stability in their lives.

DIVISION:
Operations

DEPARTMENT:
Residential Treatment Program

UNIT: n/a

ACCOUNTABLE TO:
Counseling Supervisor / OMHC / SUD Operations Manager / Program Director

ACCOUNTABLE FOR: n/a

CLASSIFICATION:
Full-Time (W2)

WORK SCHEDULE:

Wednesday - Saturday 7am-6pm

• Standard Daily Responsibilities:
• Check-in with the Operations Manager.
• Facilitate a low-intensity residential treatment group session for the first set of 16 clients.
• Document all group sessions in ICANotes using W7310 + RESRB coding.
• Conduct one of the following services based on scheduling assignments:
• Telehealth intake (H0001) for a new client.
• Telehealth initial session (90791) for a new client.
• Follow-up telehealth session (90791) for a non-3.1 client (within the past 6 months).
• Follow-up telehealth session (H0001) for a non-3.1 client (not completed within the past 6 months).
• In-person individual session for a 3.1 client who has not had an individual session that week.
• All sessions must be documented in ICANotes during the session.
• Facilitate a low-intensity residential treatment group session for the remaining 16 clients.
• Document all group sessions in ICANotes using W7310 + RESRB coding.
• Check-out with the Operations Manager.
• Core Counseling Services:
  Facilitate group counseling sessions at three designated locations as per the weekly schedule.
• Address addiction recovery, coping mechanisms, and relapse prevention in therapy sessions.
• Tailor sessions to meet the unique needs of clients, ensuring evidence-based approaches are utilized.
• Supervision and
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Participate in scheduled weekly check-ins with the Counseling Supervisor every Wednesday.
• Collaborate with the OMHC/SUD Operations Manager and Program Director for additional tasks as needed.
• Documentation and Compliance:
  Accurately document client sessions, treatment plans, and progress reports in alignment with organizational policies.
• Submit documentation promptly to maintain compliance with legal and organizational requirements.
• Travel and Coordination:
  Travel to designated residential treatment locations as per the daily schedule.
• Coordinate effectively between locations to maintain punctuality and consistency in service delivery.

• Assist supervisor with work-related requests.
• Collaborate with and serve as program POC for external treatment providers and outside agencies as needed.
• Follow regulations of COMAR, CARF, any other regulatory body, and company policies/procedures related to service delivery and documentation and co-facilitating orientation of all new hires to these as well.
• Support the maintenance of a safe environment by participating in training and drills as requested.
• Maintain confidentiality of records relating to client’s treatment.
• Participate in external and internal audits/surveys (CARF/CSA/OHCQ) as directed by the supervisor.
• Participates in quality assurance and performance improvement plans by completing periodic audits or other activities to ensure regulatory compliance and/or improve…