Corizon Health is the pioneer provider of correctional healthcare in the United States.We are a company built on more than 40 years of innovation and expertise in the industry.Our people, our practices, and our commitment to success are the traits that make us the ideal employer as you begin or continue to advance your correctional healthcare career.Corizon Health has exceptional full time openings for Licensed Substance Abuse Counselors at Baltimore Pre-Trial Facility in Baltimore, MD. The qualified candidate must be licensed in the state of Maryland. Prior corrections experience is a plus but not required.Available hours: Full time 8am-5pm.Job Summary:A Substance Abuse/Methadone Counselor in this class serves as a liaison with health service providers, persons with substance dependency problems as well as their families when applicable.The Substance Abuse/Methadone Counselor is expected to exercise judgment and initiative in carrying out the clinical program and treatment goals in the area to which assigned after an intensive orientation.Responsibilites:A. Provide individual counseling to maintenance clients within Maryland State andFederal regulations.B. Maintain therapeutic contact with methadone client caseload during their stay in thetreatment program.C. Maintain assigned caseload and provide case management for clients.D. Maintain timely and appropriate client charts. This will include: Initial Intake Assessment, Initial Treatment Plan, Monthly Follow-up, 90-Day Treatment Plan Review and Progress Notes. E. Maintain close communications with Methadone Counselor Supervisor (LCADC),Addiction Specialist physician, and other program staff.F. The substance counselors shall be supervised by a Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor.G. Adhere to all State, Federal and Program regulations and procedures regardingmethadone treatment.H. Refer clients on an as-needed basis to other community services.I. Develop contracts for problematic clients inclusive of detox and maintenance programs.J. Maintain communication between methadone program and outside agencies whenappropriate.K. Communicate clearly and cooperatively with staff and clients.L. Work within program's quality assurance guidelines.M. Participate in professional development training throughout the year; participate in safety training.N. Commit to the provision of culturally competent services.O. Follow established company policies and those outlined in the program policies andemployee handbook.P. Other duties as assigned.Requirements: Must have a master's degree Must hold either an LCADC, LGADC, CAC-AD, CSC-AD CPR certificationFor questions or to apply please contact: Carolyn Coney-Johnson Sr. Clinical Recruiter at 615-660-6814 or Carolyn.coneyjohnson@corizonhealth.comCorizon Health. Keywords: Addiction Counselor, Location: Baltimore, MD - 21201