Outpatient Counselor (ADT, CSC-AD, CAC-AD, LGADC, LMSW or LGPC)

THE ORGANIZATION

Ashley Addiction Treatment Center was founded in 1983 by two visionaries who knew the treatment of drug or alcohol addiction could be designed and effectively delivered in a holistic manner that compassionately considers the whole person and not just the disease. Innovative then, and innovative now, Ashley passionately continues its core mission “To transform and save human lives by integrating the science of medicine, the art of therapy, and the compassion of spirituality.” Organizationally strong, the organization rigorously adheres to its guiding principles, ethics, and a culture of excellence.

Position Summary

The therapist position provides assessment, individual, family and group therapy, as well as crisis and case management for patients and their families. Develops and updates treatment plans, monitoring patient progress, documenting interactions and maintaining clinical records for customers with substance use disorders. Coordinates with internal and external supportive services to ensure the maximize the therapeutic benefit to the patient and their family. Collaborates with other member of the interdisciplinary treatment team. This position may require evening and/or weekend hours.

Key Responsibilities

• Counseling and Case Management
• Conducts individual and group counseling sessions; assist patients in formulating treatment plans and goals; perform case management services.
• Conduct crisis intervention; intervene and de-escalate crisis situations with patients; assess risk of harm to self or others and arrange needed resources
• Counselor conducts and documents weekly family contacts, including continuing care recommendations and progress updates.
• Supports patient and family engagement in Ashley Family Services.
• Develops and delivers patient educational workshops as assigned.
• Develops an individualized Treatment Plan and Continuing Care Plan with each patient working collaboratively with the interdisciplinary treatment team.
• Provides excellent internal and external customer service, including referents.
• Conducts meet and greets with patients and their families.
  
  

Responsibilities

In addition to role responsibilities, each staff member of Ashley, Inc. has the following responsibilities as a part of their employment:

• Models and reinforces Ashley’s mission and core values
• Performs other duties on an as-needed basis
• Protects our patient’s personal health information by maintaining compliance with HIPAA and other relevant Ashley related IT security regulations
• Reinforces Ashley’s commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion
  
  

Desired Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Master’s degree in psychology, social work, or other behavioral health discipline from an accredited college or university preferred;
• Minimum ADT, CSC-AD, CAC-AD, LGADC, LMSW or LGPC from the State of Maryland is required
• Demonstrated ability to plan and use effective therapeutic interventions and counseling techniques.
• Solid working knowledge of and demonstrated ability to use current diagnostic criteria in the formulation of diagnostic impressions
• Knowledge of basic group dynamics and techniques
• Ability to work effectively and cooperatively with other health care professionals
• Ability to communicate and interact both personally and in writing with patients, staff, and community agencies
• Knowledge of substance use disorder assessment and treatment strategies
• Case management, including referral, linkage, monitoring, coordination and advocacy problem-solving skills.