Substance Use Disorder Therapist, Part-Time

Job Description Job Description Salary: Under direct supervision of the Clinical Director, A Brighter Day Behavioral Health Centers therapists provide individual, group & family therapy to patients presenting with SUD, Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD), and/or Co-Occurring Disorders in the outpatient setting. The SUD Therapist supports the clinical team with all aspects of programming for individuals receiving services within the program. Principal Responsibilities and Tasks The responsibilities listed below are intended to provide insight into the Addiction Therapists general scope of practice. This is not an exhaustive list of job duties performed by employees functioning within this role. Complete initial intake assessments, making referrals as appropriate Provide individual, group & family therapy to individuals presenting with SUDand/or Co-Occurring Disorders Facilitate intensive outpatient group sessions Facilitate 12-week DUI/DWI classes Maintain a caseload of 15 clients Assist patients with developing Person-Centered Care Plans inclusive of SMART goals in accordance with Code of Maryland Regulations (COMAR) Document all treatment sessions within 24 hours of service delivery Submit pre-authorization requests, concurrent authorization requests & ASAM Risk Rating Scales to insurance carriers at least 2 weeks before expiration to avoid disruption in treatment Administer urine drug screens & breathalyzer tests, documenting results in patients EHR Participate in weekly Clinical team meetings and individual supervision sessions Complete annual trainings as required Comply with all policies, procedures, regulatory guidelines & standards of care as defined by A Brighter Day Behavioral Health Center, Substance Abuse & Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), Maryland Department of Health (MDH), Behavioral Health Administration (BHA), Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF), Optum MD, and other licensing/accrediting bodies Education and Experience Masters Degree in Social Work or Professional Counseling Minimum of 2 years providing therapy to individuals diagnosed with SUD, AUD, and Co-Occurring Disorders Experience providing Trauma-Informed Care and Mindfulness techniques in the clinical setting preferred At least 2 years of experience facilitating group sessions At least 1 year of experience working in an intensive outpatient setting Requirements and Skills LMSW, LCSW-C issued by the Maryland Board of Social Work Examiners; or LGPC, LCPC, LCAD-C issued by the Maryland Board of Professional Counselors & Therapists Working knowledge of MS office and program management software Comfortability with documenting in Electronic Health/Medical Records (EHR/EMR) Ability to practice discretion, tact, confidentiality, and professionalism in all situations Excellent oral and written communication skills Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Knowledge of and familiarity with local and statewide community resources preferred A Brighter Day Behavioral Health Center is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Location: Jessup, Maryland, US

Posted Date: 9/18/2025