Addictions Counselor

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Free food & snacks
• Free uniforms
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Tuition assistance
• Vision insurance
• Wellness resources
• Flexible schedule
• Life insurance
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement

The Ranch is looking for a full‑time, certified addictions counselor to join our clinical team. The Ranch is a men’s low‑intensity residential substance use disorder treatment program (ASAM 3.1) that also offers ASAM 1.0 outpatient services. This position is for an on‑site addictions counselor in our clinical program serving our residents. The addictions counselor is responsible for completing intake assessments, developing individualized treatment plans, facilitating individual, family, and group therapy, and coordinating discharge planning.

• Ability to complete all assigned tasks and clinical documentation requirements in a timely manner as specified by the program.
• Knowledge of diagnostic criteria for substance use disorders in line with DSM‑V, ICD, and ASAM, therapeutic intervention techniques, and substance abuse treatment modalities (group and individual).
• Participation in Treatment Team and other committees as needed.
• Must already possess active credentials in good standing as an addictions counselor as approved by the Maryland Board of Professional Counselors (BOPC). Such credentials include ADT, CSC‑AD, CAC‑AD, LGADC, LCADC, LGPC, LCPC. Credentials will be verified prior to an interview being offered.
• Master’s level clinicians will be considered on a case‑by‑case basis with adjustment in annual salary commensurate with licensure and experience.
• Maryland Alcohol and Drug Trainee or higher certification? (Required)

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Flexible to accommodate group scheduling: 8:4:30, 9‑5:30, 10‑6:30.

• A job for which military experienced candidates are encouraged to apply.
• A “Fair Chance” job (you or the employer follow Fair Chance hiring practices when performing background checks).
• The Ranch is a “Recovery is Good Business” gold star certified employer.
• A good fit for applicants with gaps in their resume, or who have been out of the workforce for the past 6 months or more.

All new staff are required to be fully vaccinated and "up‑to‑date" with COVID‑19 vaccinations. Flu‑shots are highly recommended. All clients are pre‑screened and negative prior to full admission. All clients are required to be vaccinated against COVID‑19.

Maryland Alcohol and Drug Trainee or higher certification? (Required)

In person