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Acadia Healthcare·Cumberland Comprehensive Treatment Center · La Vale, MD

Substance Use Counselor

Behavioral Health / PsychMon–Fri · Days
iPosting details
ScheduleDays · 36 h/wk
RequirementsA ddictions C ounselor T rainee L etter /ADT Required · C SC-AD **** Preferred · CA C-AD ***** Preferred
EducationBachelor's degree · Master's degree
Experience2+ years
SourceAcadia Healthcare · posted Oct 1, 2026
✓Requirements
Certifications
✓A ddictions C ounselor T rainee L etter /ADT Required
C SC-AD **** Preferred
CA C-AD ***** Preferred
Education
✓Associate ’s degree in social or health services field, with 2+ years exp in counseling field
✓Bachelor's degree in social or health services field, with 2+ years exp in counseling field
✓or bachelor's degree in other field with 4+ years in the counseling field
✓Master's degree in social or health services field, with 1-year professional work exp
✓D egree must be from an accredited college or university.
Qualifications
Previous experience in addiction recovery or behavioral health settings, such as outpatient, residential, or correctional facilities. preferred
Familiarity with Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT), including methadone, buprenorphine, and naltrexone. preferred
Experience conducting individual and group counseling sessions focused on substance use recovery. preferred
Knowledge of evidence-based practices, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and relapse prevention techniques. preferred
Documentation experience, including maintaining clinical notes, treatment plans, and progress updates in accordance with state and federal guidelines. preferred
Familiarity with state regulatory standards (e.g., 42 CFR Part 2, HIPAA, Joint Commission standards). preferred
Experience collaborating in a multidisciplinary team with medical staff, case managers, and peer support specialists. preferred
+Benefits
✓Semi-Annual Bonus Program
✓Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
✓Competitive 401(k) plan
✓Paid vacation and sick time
✓Employer-paid clinical supervision (free to employees)
✓Free and unlimited access to 500+ accredited Continuing Education Units (CEUs)
+Cumberland Comprehensive Treatment Center
1behavioral health role open
La ValeMD · 81 mi to Pittsburgh
Pay for this position
Employer-posted
$25.71 – $26.44/hr
vs. Maryland behavioral health roles that post payvs. MD behavioral health rolesmedian $26.86
$15/hrTop of this range is 2% below the state median$60/hr
Apply to Acadia HealthcareContact Recruiter about this role
✓You’ll need
Certifications
✓A ddictions C ounselor T rainee L etter /ADT Required
C SC-AD **** Preferred
CA C-AD ***** Preferred
Education
✓Associate ’s degree in social or health services field, with 2+ years exp in counseling field
✓Bachelor's degree in social or health services field, with 2+ years exp in counseling field
✓or bachelor's degree in other field with 4+ years in the counseling field
✓Master's degree in social or health services field, with 1-year professional work exp
✓D egree must be from an accredited college or university.
Qualifications
Previous experience in addiction recovery or behavioral health settings, such as outpatient, residential, or correctional facilities. preferred
Familiarity with Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT), including methadone, buprenorphine, and naltrexone. preferred
Experience conducting individual and group counseling sessions focused on substance use recovery. preferred
Knowledge of evidence-based practices, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and relapse prevention techniques. preferred
Documentation experience, including maintaining clinical notes, treatment plans, and progress updates in accordance with state and federal guidelines. preferred
Familiarity with state regulatory standards (e.g., 42 CFR Part 2, HIPAA, Joint Commission standards). preferred
Experience collaborating in a multidisciplinary team with medical staff, case managers, and peer support specialists. preferred
+Benefits
Semi-Annual Bonus ProgramMedical, Dental, and Vision insuranceCompetitive 401(k) planPaid vacation and sick time

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Ensure all documentation regarding patient care, treatment, and incidents is completed timely and in a clear, concise manner.